In the AFC Champions League match dated 18th September 2023, between Mumbai City FC and Nassaji Mazandaran, the home team was not able to make an impact despite controlling the majority of the game. The significant statistical parameters like corner kicks, offsides and yellow cards tells a clear story of the game played by these two sides.

Statistically, Mumbai City FC was quite ahead of Nassaji Mazandaran with a total of 3 corner kicks compared to Nassaji's single one, indicating their dominant control in the match. However, they could not leverage this advantage into their favour. Their control is also mirrored by the offside count, where Mumbai City FC recorded six compared to the away team's lone offside implying that they held a higher attacking position throughout the game.

Despite Mumbai's apparent control, the performance of the two teams showed a stark difference. Nassaji proved to be more effective and clinical in their approach, evident from their two goals. Their first strike came rather early in the first half at the 34th-minute mark, setting back Mumbai's game plan significantly. Their second goal came right after the hour-mark in the second half, further demoralizing the home team and securing their win.

One of the major statistical factors that seemingly had a significant impact on Mumbai's output was the high count of yellow cards. The home team was shown the yellow card four times - once in the first half followed by three in quick succession during the second half. This disciplinary aspect of Mumbai's gameplay, arguably, had a significant effect on the game's outcome. With the cards coming in quick succession and early in the second half (64th, 65th, and the 66th minutes), the team must have had to re-orient their aggressive stance which consequently led to Nassaji's second goal.

In contrast, Nassaji Mazandaran was disciplined with a sole yellow card towards the end of the match, at the 95th minute, thereby not affecting their gameplay. Their strategic and disciplined play proved to be successful against Mumbai City FC's controlled, yet reckless approach.

In conclusion, although Mumbai City FC maintained an aggressive tactic and control over the game, as shown by their higher corner kick and offside rates, their lack of discipline, indicated by high yellow cards, cost them the match. Nassaji Mazandaran, despite their rather defensive play and limited corner kicks or offsides, was able to secure a win through their disciplined approach and efficient use of chances.

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