Salford City vs Swindon Town — Pass Map

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Salford City 3 – 2 Swindon Town

FA Cup · 20 Jan 2026

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Node size = touches

Edge thickness = est. passes

High xG assisted

Tactical Themes

Possession anchor in midfield

G. Kilkenny dominated Swindon's buildup with 40 accurate passes and 74 touches, controlling tempo and dictating play. His high volume and accuracy made him essential to recycling possession and maintaining structure.

Creative chances despite low threat

K. N'Mai created 2 key passes for Salford but generated minimal expected assists, suggesting chances were difficult or low-quality. He still functioned as a creative outlet even when the final ball lacked clinical edge.

Defensive steel in midfield

H. Mnoga made 19 combined tackles, interceptions, recoveries and clearances for Salford, establishing defensive dominance in the engine room. His tireless work provided a shield and broken-play foundation for the team.

Spark off the bench

J. Grant created 1 key pass in just 29 minutes as a substitute for Salford, showing immediate impact in limited time. His direct threat and willingness to break lines gave the side a late injection of creativity.