Match Report
Christchurch United defeated Napier City Rovers 2-1 in the National League (New Zealand), National League. Before the match, Christchurch United were 1st in the National League (New Zealand) table with Napier City Rovers in 3rd. Their only previous encounter (since 2023) was won by Christchurch United. Christchurch United had scored 72 goals this season (4.0 per game), Napier City Rovers had 50 (2.8 per game). Christchurch United's goals came from Edward Wilkinson (49'), Matthew Tod-Smith (82'); Napier City Rovers scored through Jonathan McNamara (34'). Match stats: possession 56%-44%, shots 11-11, on target 6-5, corners 6-7. Explore the full timeline, stats breakdown and player performances.
This fixture in the National League (New Zealand) pits Christchurch United against Napier City Rovers at Christchurch Football Centre.
Christchurch United come in 1st with 49 points, while Napier City Rovers sit 3rd with 33 points.
In their head-to-head record since 2023, the two sides have met 1 time, with 1 win for Christchurch United, 0 for Napier City Rovers and 0 draws.
The match finished 2-1, with Christchurch United taking the points.
Goal scorers
Christchurch United: Edward Wilkinson (49'), Matthew Tod-Smith (82') · Napier City Rovers: Jonathan McNamara (34')
Key stats
Possession: Christchurch United 56% · Napier City Rovers 44% · Total shots: 11-11 · On target: 6-5 · Corners: 6-7