NDL FC 4-6 N5 FC — Gameweek 6 match report. Dara Dada (8 goals) leads NDL FC's attack. Game Changers: 3Play (4) & 1-on-1 (1). Read the full match report, player stats, table impact and head-to-head analysis.
Match Summary — NDL FC 4-6 N5 FC
The lights were bright at Baller Arena on Gameweek 6, where NDL FC and N5 FC served up a pulsating encounter that had fans on the edge of their seats from the first whistle to the last.
NDL FC came in occupying a coveted playoff spot at 2nd, while N5 FC were desperate to crash the party. When the dust settled, it was N5 FC who emerged 4-6 victors, making it a hat-trick of wins as their momentum continues to build. The Game Changer window — 3Play and 1-on-1 — proved pivotal, contributing 5 of the match’s 10 goals.
NDL FC form (before GW6): ❌ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ (L-W-W-W-W)
N5 FC form (before GW6): ❌ ❌ ✅ ❌ ✅ (L-L-W-L-W)
How the Match Unfolded
First Half
Barely a dozen minutes had passed when 3Play transformed the match into something altogether different — and the goals flowed. 4 times the net bulged during the activation period, a frantic, breathless spell of attacking football. N5 FC held the upper hand at the break, having shown just enough quality to edge ahead in a closely-fought half.
Second Half
After the restart, the 1-on-1 Game Changer detonated at the 27th minute, turning the dial up to eleven — and it delivered 1 goal at just the right moment to breathe fresh life into the match. It was edge-of-your-seat stuff in the closing minutes. NDL FC pressed and probed, but N5 FC’s back-line stood firm — resilient, organised, and ultimately heroic. This was Baller League at its most chaotic and brilliant — 10 goals, endless drama, and a match nobody in attendance will forget in a hurry.
Goal Timeline
The goals arrived in a dramatic sequence that told the story of the match:
- 10′ — Amin Belaid (NDL FC) fired the opener
- 13′ — Joe Bennett (N5 FC) struck
- 13′ — Joe Bennett (N5 FC) netted
- 14′ — Michael Hill (N5 FC) netted
- 15′ — Solomon Baugh (NDL FC) struck
- 19′ — Joshua Parker (NDL FC) scored
- 21′ — Sam Fitzgerald (NDL FC) fired home
- 23′ — Joe Bennett (N5 FC) slotted
- 28′ — Michael Hill (N5 FC) fired home
| Minute | Player | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 10′ | Amin Belaid | NDL FC |
| 13′ | Joe Bennett | N5 FC |
| 13′ | Joe Bennett | N5 FC |
| 14′ | Michael Hill | N5 FC |
| 15′ | Solomon Baugh | NDL FC |
| 19′ | Joshua Parker | NDL FC |
| 21′ | Sam Fitzgerald | NDL FC |
| 23′ | Joe Bennett | N5 FC |
| 28′ | Michael Hill | N5 FC |
Game Changer Impact — 3Play & 1-on-1
The Game Changer period left a genuine imprint on this fixture, with the 3Play and 1-on-1 activations generating 5 goals — 50% of the match’s total output.
The 3Play window was the more impactful, its 4 goals shifting the balance of the contest at a critical moment. Matches where the GC contributes this significantly tend to be remembered — the rule modifications force teams out of their comfort zones and into pure reactive mode, which is where the best (and worst) of Baller League football is often found.
| GC Activation | Type | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Half (12′) | 3Play | 4 |
| 2nd Half (27′) | 1-on-1 | 1 |
| Total | 5 |
Match Performers
NDL FC
| Player | Goals | Assists | Shots | Passes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amin Belaid | 1 | 2 | 6 | 12 |
| Sam Fitzgerald | 1 | 0 | 4 | 25 |
| Joshua Parker | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Solomon Baugh | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 |
| Dara Dada | 0 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
N5 FC
Joe Bennett led the charge for N5 FC, his 3 goals a testament to the kind of ruthless finishing that makes him a nightmare for opposing defences.
| Player | Goals | Assists | Shots | Passes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Bennett | 3 | 0 | 1 | 28 |
| Michael Hill | 2 | 1 | 3 | 20 |
| Jezreel Davies | 0 | 2 | 2 | 17 |
| Ryan Tunnicliffe | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
Key Players & Season Stats
NDL FC — Top Scorers (Season)
| Player | Goals | Assists | Apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dara Dada | 8 | 5 | 10 |
| Sam Fitzgerald | 8 | 4 | 10 |
| Isaac Modi | 6 | 1 | 10 |
| Joshua Parker | 6 | 3 | 7 |
| Kevin Weggen | 6 | 0 | 0 |
N5 FC — Top Scorers (Season)
| Player | Goals | Assists | Apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Hill | 18 | 6 | 10 |
| Joe Bennett | 14 | 3 | 10 |
| Jezreel Davies | 3 | 5 | 10 |
| Mustapha Carayol | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| Nile Ranger | 2 | 0 | 6 |
Key Attacking Threats
- Dara Dada — NDL FC’s talisman with 8 goals from 10 appearances and 5 assists. A reliable and consistent outlet who defences have learned to fear.
- Michael Hill — N5 FC’s leading marksman with 18 goals from 10 outings, plus 6 assists. A proven match-winner who carries N5 FC’s main goal threat game after game.
Season Context
With 5 gameweeks left in the regular season, the stakes couldn’t have been higher. NDL FC entered this match averaging 4.4 goals per game — a number that reflected their struggles in front of goal this campaign. N5 FC, by contrast, arrived with an average of 4.0 per outing — a figure that highlighted the work still to be done in the final third.
The league-wide average stood at 7.1 goals per game, a benchmark that underlined the high-octane nature of Baller League football.
Head-to-Head History
NDL FC and N5 FC had locked horns 1 time before this encounter, and the history books painted an intriguing picture. N5 FC held bragging rights with 1 win to NDL FC’s 0, and 0 stalemates between them.
| GW | Result |
|---|---|
| 1 | NDL FC 1-3 N5 FC |
| H2H Stat | NDL FC | N5 FC |
|---|---|---|
| Wins | 0 | 1 |
| Draws | 0 | 0 |
| Goals Scored | 1 | 3 |
Total head-to-head goals: 4 across all meetings.
Table Impact
NDL FC stayed at 2nd, n5 fc climbed to 4th.
| Team | Before GW6 | After GW6 |
|---|---|---|
| NDL FC | 2nd | 2nd |
| N5 FC | 6th | 4th |
Match Stats at a Glance
| Stat | NDL FC | N5 FC |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 4 | 6 |
| GC Goals | 5 | 5 |
| GC 1st Half (3Play) | 4 | 4 |
| GC 2nd Half (1-on-1) | 1 | 1 |
Match Facts
- A 10-goal thriller that lived up to every pre-match expectation
- 5 of 10 goals (50%) came during Game Changer activations
- Michael Hill heads N5 FC’s scoring charts with 18 goals, a tally any forward would be proud of
What’s Next
NDL FC
Their next fixture is yet to be confirmed — check back for the Gameweek 11 schedule.
N5 FC
Their next fixture is yet to be confirmed — check back for the Gameweek 11 schedule.
All stats via Baller League UK Hub. Match reports auto-generated from official data.
Looking for more Gameweek 6 coverage? Check out the full GW6 roundup for all 6 matches, stats, and analysis.