NDL FC 2-5 SDS FC — Gameweek 4 match report. Sam Fitzgerald (7 goals) leads NDL FC's attack. Game Changers: Plus One (2) & The Line (3). Read the full match report, player stats, table impact and head-to-head analysis.
Match Summary — NDL FC 2-5 SDS FC
Baller Arena played host to an absorbing Gameweek 4 clash as NDL FC locked horns with SDS FC in what would prove to be a thoroughly entertaining contest with plenty of talking points.
NDL FC, sitting pretty in the Final Four places at 4th, knew a win here would tighten their grip. When the dust settled, it was SDS FC who emerged 2-5 victors. The Game Changer window — Plus One and The Line — proved pivotal, contributing 5 of the match’s 7 goals.
NDL FC form (before GW4): ✅ ✅ ❌ (W-W-L)
SDS FC form (before GW4): ✅ ✅ 🤝 (W-W-D)
⭐ Player of the Match
Kazaiah Sterling for SDS FC was the pick of the bunch with 2 goals, 1 assist, 4 shots.
How the Match Unfolded
First Half
At the 12th minute, the Plus One Game Changer roared into action — a 2-goal window that gave the half an electric pulse. SDS FC controlled the tempo and carried a deserved lead into the interval, their composure and cutting edge proving the difference.
Second Half
After the restart, the The Line Game Changer detonated at the 27th minute, turning the dial up to eleven — and the mayhem resumed. 3 more goals erupted during the window, transforming the contest into a full-blown classic. SDS FC managed the occasion expertly, balancing attacking ambition with game-control to see out a thoroughly deserved victory.
Goal Timeline
The goals arrived in a dramatic sequence that told the story of the match:
- 4′ — Josh Bohui (SDS FC) opened the scoring
- 12′ — Isaac Modi (NDL FC) netted
- 13′ — Youssef Chentouf (SDS FC) scored
- 17′ — Isaac Modi (NDL FC) netted
- 27′ — Kazaiah Sterling (SDS FC) scored
- 27′ — Kazaiah Sterling (SDS FC) netted
- 29′ — Ergys Pepaj (SDS FC) netted
| Minute | Player | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 4′ | Josh Bohui | SDS FC |
| 12′ | Isaac Modi | NDL FC |
| 13′ | Youssef Chentouf | SDS FC |
| 17′ | Isaac Modi | NDL FC |
| 27′ | Kazaiah Sterling | SDS FC |
| 27′ | Kazaiah Sterling | SDS FC |
| 29′ | Ergys Pepaj | SDS FC |
Game Changer Impact — Plus One & The Line
The Game Changer period left a genuine imprint on this fixture, with the Plus One and The Line activations generating 5 goals — 71% of the match’s total output.
The The Line window was the more impactful, its 3 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′) | Plus One | 2 |
| 2nd Half (27′) | The Line | 3 |
| Total | 5 |
What those rules mean: Plus One rules · The Line rules. Read the full rules or the Game Changer explainer.
Match Performers
NDL FC
Isaac Modi was NDL FC’s standout performer, bagging 2 goals in a display of clinical finishing that powered his side’s effort.
| Player | Goals | Assists | Shots | Passes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isaac Modi | 2 | 0 | 5 | 14 |
| Frank Keita | 0 | 1 | 0 | 27 |
SDS FC
Kazaiah Sterling led the charge for SDS FC, his 2 goals a testament to the kind of ruthless finishing that makes him a nightmare for opposing defences. He also chipped in with 1 assist for good measure.
| Player | Goals | Assists | Shots | Passes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kazaiah Sterling | 2 | 1 | 4 | 21 |
| Ergys Pepaj | 1 | 1 | 4 | 9 |
| Josh Bohui | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| Youssef Chentouf | 1 | 0 | 7 | 3 |
| Amine Sassi | 0 | 1 | 4 | 6 |
Key Players & Season Stats
NDL FC — Top Scorers (Season)
| Player | Goals | Assists | Apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Fitzgerald | 7 | 1 | 4 |
| Isaac Modi | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| Josh Parker | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Taufee Skandari | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Dara Dada | 1 | 0 | 4 |
SDS FC — Top Scorers (Season)
| Player | Goals | Assists | Apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kazaiah Sterling | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Ergys Pepaj | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Josh Bohui | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| Amine Sassi | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Youssef Chentouf | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Key Attacking Threats
- Sam Fitzgerald — NDL FC’s talisman with 7 goals from 4 appearances and 1 assists. A reliable and consistent outlet who defences have learned to fear.
- Kazaiah Sterling — SDS FC’s leading marksman with 6 goals from 4 outings, plus 2 assists. SDS FC look to him whenever they need a moment of magic in the final third.
Season Context
With 7 gameweeks left in the regular season, the stakes couldn’t have been higher. NDL FC entered this match averaging 4.0 goals per game — a number that reflected their struggles in front of goal this campaign. SDS FC, by contrast, arrived with an average of 4.3 per outing — a figure that highlighted the work still to be done in the final third.
The league-wide average stood at 8.2 goals per game, a benchmark that underlined the high-octane nature of Baller League football.
Head-to-Head History
This was the maiden competitive meeting between NDL FC and SDS FC — a historic first that will be recorded in the Baller League annals. Fresh rivalries are forged on nights like these.
Table Impact
NDL FC dropped to 6th, sds fc climbed to 1st.
| Team | Before GW4 | After GW4 |
|---|---|---|
| NDL FC | 4th | 6th |
| SDS FC | 2nd | 1st |
Match Stats at a Glance
| Stat | NDL FC | SDS FC |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 2 | 5 |
| GC Goals | 5 | 5 |
| GC 1st Half (Plus One) | 2 | 2 |
| GC 2nd Half (The Line) | 3 | 3 |
By the Numbers
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Goals | 7 |
| Game Changer goals | 5 (71% of all goals) |
| Different goalscorers | 5 |
| Total shots | 52 |
| Assists | 4 |
| Tackles | 19 |
| Passes | 272 |
Match Facts
- 5 of 7 goals (71%) came during Game Changer activations
What’s Next
NDL FC
Their next fixture is yet to be confirmed — check back for the Gameweek 11 schedule.
SDS 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 4 coverage? Check out the full GW4 roundup for all 6 matches, stats, and analysis.