In a keenly contested Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier between Burundi and Senegal, the latter emerged victorious with a narrow 1-0 win. The sole goal came in the second half, underscoring Senegal's ability to convert critical opportunities effectively. The match's outcome was largely influenced by Senegal’s superior corner kick tally (11 compared to Burundi's 2), demonstrating their sustained offensive pressure throughout the game.

Burundi's defensive discipline was tested extensively, with the home side committing 14 fouls and receiving 5 yellow cards. This high level of physicality indicated their struggle to manage Senegal's attacking prowess without conceding fouls. Conversely, Senegal maintained slightly better discipline with 11 fouls and 4 yellow cards, which, while still notable, did not disrupt their momentum as significantly.

The statistical contrast in corner kicks highlighted Senegal's dominance in creating scoring opportunities and maintaining possession in the attacking third. This sustained pressure was crucial in breaking down Burundi’s defense. Although both teams were flagged offside twice, Senegal exhibited better execution in attack.

Despite the physicality and frequent fouls, neither team received a red card, allowing both to maintain their full squad strength throughout the match. However, the high number of yellow cards on both sides indicated a fiercely competitive encounter, with Burundi perhaps overly reliant on breaking up play through fouls, contributing to their eventual downfall.

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