1 : 2
  • 01 June 2024, Eastern SC vs Sham Shui Po SA, 3-2, Win
  • 12 May 2024, Kitchee SC vs Eastern SC, 1-2, Win
  • 16 December 2023, Eastern SC vs Resources Capital FC, 1-0, Win
  • 01 May 2023, Eastern SC vs Kitchee SC, 1-2, Lose
  • 07 January 2023, Eastern SC vs Hong Kong FC, 3-0, Win
Eastern SC
Home
  • 12 May 2024, Kitchee SC vs Eastern SC, 1-2, Lose
  • 09 March 2024, Kitchee SC vs Hong Kong FC, 2-0, Win
  • 13 May 2023, Hong Kong Rangers vs Kitchee SC, 1-7, Win
  • 01 May 2023, Eastern SC vs Kitchee SC, 1-2, Win
  • 03 December 2022, Kitchee SC vs Sham Shui Po SA, 4-1, Win
Kitchee SC
Away
FA Cup
FA Cup, Hong Kong

The FA Cup match between Eastern SC and Kitchee SC on May 1st, 2023, was a battle of strategic plays and tactical pressure, concluding with Kitchee SC emerging victorious, defeating Eastern SC 2-1 in overtime.

Starting with goals, the home team, Eastern SC, secured their only goal in the first half at the 13th-minute mark. In contrast, the performance of Kitchee SC in the second half indicates they had greater control over the game. They leveled up in the second half at the 66-minute mark and sealed the victory with a captivating goal during overtime at 115 minutes.

However, goals never tell the full story of a football match. Kitchee SC, despite obtaining the win, made a considerably higher number of fouls that led to yellow cards, with three cards compared to Eastern SC's single yellow card. Kitchee SC received their first yellow card just before half time, while the two others came in the second half, indicating a more aggressive and perhaps less disciplined strategy as the game drove on. Conversely, Eastern SC received their only yellow card in the second half at the 73rd-minute mark.

In the battle of set pieces, Kitchee SC far outnumbered Eastern SC, which implies they had a better grip on field play. With eight corner kicks compared to Eastern SC’s single corner, it's clear that Kitchee SC dominated in terms of attacking prowess, consistently threatening Eastern SC's defense.

None of the teams received a red card, which indicates the aggressive nature of the game did not cross the boundaries of fair play. However, it is worth noting that the higher number of fouls committed by Kitchee SC could have had severe consequences.

To sum up, Kitchee SC's mooted superiority on the field was reflected not just in the final outcome but also in the prevalence of attacking opportunities that Kitchee SC managed to create throughout the game. The higher number of corners suggests a constant wave of attacks from Kitchee SC's side, which ultimately bore fruit under the form of two decisive goals, one of them being in the overtime second half reminding us all of the unpredictable and thrilling nature of football.

Eastern SC, although they did not commit many fouls, was unable to convert its disciplined approach into a positive result. Kitchee SC's aggressive and dominant strategy, while having its risks, proved successful on the day. This game serves as a compelling reminder of the multi-dimensional nature of football, where discipline, control, and aggression all play pivotal roles in shaping the result.

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Form Guide

Win3-2Eastern SC vs Sham Shui Po SA
Win1-2Kitchee SC vs Eastern SC
Win1-0Eastern SC vs Resources Capital FC
Lose1-2Eastern SC vs Kitchee SC
Win3-0Eastern SC vs Hong Kong FC
PLAYED
5
WINS
4
GOALS
10:5
GOALS / MATCH
2
  • Eastern SC has four wins in its last five matches with a goal difference of 10:5, scoring 2 goals average
Lose1-2Kitchee SC vs Eastern SC
Win2-0Kitchee SC vs Hong Kong FC
Win1-7Hong Kong Rangers vs Kitchee SC
Win1-2Eastern SC vs Kitchee SC
Win4-1Kitchee SC vs Sham Shui Po SA
PLAYED
5
WINS
4
GOALS
16:5
GOALS / MATCH
3.2
  • Kitchee SC has four wins in its last five matches with a goal difference of 16:5, scoring 3.2 goals average

Eastern SC H2H Kitchee SC

Away gameEastern SC21Kitchee SCHome gameFA Cup
Home gameEastern SC21Kitchee SCAway gamePremier League
Away gameEastern SC00Kitchee SCHome gamePremier League
Away gameEastern SC12Kitchee SCHome gameSenior Challenge Shield
Away gameEastern SC05Kitchee SCHome gameHKPLC Cup
PLAYED
5
WINS
2
GOALS
5:9
GOALS / MATCH
1.00
  • In the last five matches that these two sides meet, Eastern SC overtook Kitchee SC twice
  • Eastern SC won twice, lost twice and had one draw
  • Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 5:9; average goals per match – 1.00
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