Match Report
Nelson Suburbs won 3-1 against Christchurch United in the National League. Before the match, Christchurch United were 7th in the National League table with Nelson Suburbs in 6th. In 8 previous meetings (2021–2026), Christchurch United have won 5, Nelson Suburbs 1, with 2 draws. Christchurch United had scored 10 goals this season (1.1 per game), Nelson Suburbs had 18 (2.0 per game). Christchurch United's goals came from Takumi Hiruma (37'); Nelson Suburbs scored through Ben Polak (26'), Lennon Whewell (63'). Match stats: possession 58%-42%, shots 1-3, on target 1-3, corners 3-6. Explore the full timeline, stats breakdown and player performances.
Goal scorers
Christchurch United: Takumi Hiruma (37') · Nelson Suburbs: Ben Polak (26'), Lennon Whewell (63')
Key stats
Possession: Christchurch United 58% · Nelson Suburbs 42% · Total shots: 1-3 · On target: 1-3 · Corners: 3-6