Leevon PPK beat JFK Ventspils 3-1 in the Latvian Cup. The scoring sequence was 0-1 at 20:07, 1-1 at 21:36, 1-2 at 42:30, and 1-3 at 87:38.

Early momentum belonged to the visitors, who struck inside the opening 20 minutes. Ventspils answered almost immediately, drawing level within a minute, then the away side took control again before half-time at 1-2.

Leevon PPK’s three goals demonstrate finishing efficiency in the final third. JFK Ventspils generated more forward moves as shown by 4 offsides and 6 corners, but were unable to convert these opportunities into goals.

Defensively, Ventspils conceded three and committed 19 fouls, while Leevon PPK had 14 fouls and three yellows. Neither side saw red cards, but the higher foul volume by Ventspils hints at a more aggressive approach that may have disrupted rhythm at key moments.

Set-piece activity favored Ventspils with six corners to four for the visitors, suggesting a sustained attempt to unlock the defence from dead balls. Yet the finishing quality from those opportunities was insufficient to swing the tie.

An analysis of teamwork and tactical shape points to a compact, efficient away block that capitalised on each clear-cut chance. Ventspils’ higher offside count implies forward runs were frequent but needed tighter timing to avoid flagging attacks.

Bettor takeaways: finishing efficiency and control of key moments were decisive, with Leevon PPK converting three attempts into goals. JFK Ventspils must address discipline and timing of runs, as the higher foul count and offsides coincided with conceding the decisive third goal, limiting effective pressure on the visitors. Substitution data is not provided, so bench impact cannot be assessed.

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