5 : 1
  • 04 May 2025, Coastal Spirit FC vs Nelson Suburbs FC, 3-0, Lose
  • 26 April 2025, Nelson Suburbs FC vs Cashmere Technical FC, 2-0, Win
  • 18 April 2025, Dunedin City Royals FC vs Nelson Suburbs FC, 2-0, Lose
  • 13 April 2025, Nelson Suburbs FC vs Universities AFC, 7-1, Win
  • 05 April 2025, Christchurch United FC vs Nelson Suburbs FC, 1-1, Draw
Nelson Suburbs FC
Home
  • 03 May 2025, Selwyn United FC vs Universities AFC, 2-2, Draw
  • 24 April 2025, Christchurch United FC vs Universities AFC, 10-0, Lose
  • 18 April 2025, Universities AFC vs Ferrymead Bays, 2-5, Lose
  • 13 April 2025, Nelson Suburbs FC vs Universities AFC, 7-1, Lose
  • 05 April 2025, Universities AFC vs Nomads United AFC, 0-6, Lose
Universities AFC
Away
Southern League
Southern League, New Zealand

### Nelson Suburbs FC vs. Universities AFC: Match Analysis

The match between Nelson Suburbs FC and Universities AFC ended with a decisive 5-1 victory for the home team. Nelson Suburbs FC opened the scoring early at 2 minutes and 8 seconds, setting the tone for the match. The early goal quickly destabilized Universities AFC, impacting their defensive organization throughout the game. By the 30-minute mark, Nelson Suburbs had already scored two more goals, creating a commanding lead of 3-0. Universities AFC managed to score at the 33-minute mark, but Nelson Suburbs quickly shut down any hopes of a comeback.

In terms of goal-scoring efficiency, Nelson Suburbs demonstrated clinical finishing, particularly in the first half. Despite Universities AFC only managing one goal, Nelson Suburbs did not slow down their momentum in the second half. They maintained high attacking pressure and added two more goals in the second half, sealing the comprehensive win. The fourth goal, scored just 46 minutes and 48 seconds into the second half, shattered any remaining confidence Universities had. A further goal in the 65th minute confirmed the home team’s dominance.

The statistics reveal a balanced contest in terms of fouls and offsides, with the home side committing three fouls to the away team's two, and Nelson Suburbs being caught offside twice compared to Universities' single offside call. Both teams received a yellow card each in the second half, showing that the match was relatively fair and controlled in terms of discipline. However, Nelson Suburbs were far more efficient when it came to utilising opportunities from set-pieces and open play.

Nelson Suburbs’ four corner kicks, compared to just one by Universities, reflect their offensive control. The continuous pressure and opportunities generated from these corners created sustained attacking phases, keeping Universities AFC on the defensive. Furthermore, the possession and passing accuracy of Nelson Suburbs were visibly higher, indicating better teamwork and coordination. This is evident from the substantial margin of victory and the sequence of quick goals in the first half.

In summary, Nelson Suburbs FC outperformed Universities AFC with clinical finishing and superior teamwork. The ability to convert chances and their relentless pressure in both halves were pivotal in determining the match's outcome. Statistical dominance in goals, corners, and sustained attacking play underlined why Nelson Suburbs deservedly emerged victorious.

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Form Guide

Lose3-0Coastal Spirit FC vs Nelson Suburbs FC
Win2-0Nelson Suburbs FC vs Cashmere Technical FC
Lose2-0Dunedin City Royals FC vs Nelson Suburbs FC
Win7-1Nelson Suburbs FC vs Universities AFC
Draw1-1Christchurch United FC vs Nelson Suburbs FC
PLAYED
5
WINS
2
GOALS
10:7
GOALS / MATCH
2
  • Nelson Suburbs FC has two wins in its last five matches with a goal difference of 10:7, scoring 2 goals average
Draw2-2Selwyn United FC vs Universities AFC
Lose10-0Christchurch United FC vs Universities AFC
Lose2-5Universities AFC vs Ferrymead Bays
Lose7-1Nelson Suburbs FC vs Universities AFC
Lose0-6Universities AFC vs Nomads United AFC
PLAYED
5
WINS
0
GOALS
5:30
GOALS / MATCH
1
  • Universities AFC has lost four matches in a row with a goal difference of 5:30, scoring 1 goals average

Nelson Suburbs FC H2H Universities AFC

Home gameNelson Suburbs FC71Universities AFCAway gameSouthern League
Home gameNelson Suburbs FC51Universities AFCAway gameSouthern League
Away gameNelson Suburbs FC10Universities AFCHome gameSouthern League
PLAYED
3
WINS
3
GOALS
13:2
GOALS / MATCH
4.33
  • In the last three matches that these two sides meet, Nelson Suburbs FC overtook Universities AFC three times
  • Nelson Suburbs FC won three times
  • Teams played three times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 13:2; average goals per match – 4.33
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