The U23 AFC Asian Cup match between the home team Thailand U23 and the away team Malaysia U23 on September 12 concluded in a tight clinch with a 1-0 triumph for Thailand U23. The defining factor of this victory was the solitary goal scored in the match during the first half at the 21:42 mark, which ensured Thailand's dominance in the battle of the Southeast Asian rivals.

However, the lopsided outcome doesn't fully capture the intensity of the game. Malaysia's repeated and aggressive efforts especially evident in the number of corner kicks they had. Malaysia earned a total of 6 corner kicks compared to Thailand's single corner kick, indicating their attacking pressure. Despite this, they were unable to convert these opportunities into much-needed goals.

The discipline on the pitch was noticeably poor for both teams. Both Thailand and Malaysia U23 teams racked up three yellow cards each. Interestingly, a flurry of disciplinary actions were noted in the second half as two yellow cards were brandished each within seconds for both teams around the 01:26:44 mark. Thailand received an additional penalty at the 01:36:28 moment, shifting the game to a more defensive playstyle. Even though no red card was displayed, the high number of bookings reveals a match steeped in high tension, aggressive plays and stringent refereeing, which could have hindered the flow of the game.

Given the stats, it is clear that Thailand U23's defense rendered effective as they successfully repelled the continued strikes from Malaysia, holding on to their early lead till the end. While Malaysia's effort was evident in their attacking attempts, their missteps in converting corner kicks into goals proved costly. On the other hand, despite receiving more yellow cards, Thailand managed to maintain their lead, demonstrating a solid combined effort and execution in defensive strategies.

Overall, while the match was a closely fought contest till the end, the numerical factor of an early goal and subsequent solid defensive play tipped the scale towards Thailand U23. As frequent fouls and missed opportunities plagued both teams, it was Thailand's ability to capitalize on the early lead that was the most significant factor in their victory. This match served as a reminder for bettors that a blend of tactical prowess, team cohesion, and efficient defense can trump aggressive offensive strikes, and above all, the match's outcome is not entirely dictated by the number of attempts on target.

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