The football match on 21st April 2023 at 09:50 EEST in the A-League saw Western Sydney Wanderers shut out Wellington Phoenix with an impressive 4-0 victory, illustrating the Sydney team's superior performance on that day.

The home side demonstrated clinical finishing, scoring 4 times with their remarkably few shots on goal. The goals were evenly distributed between the first and second halves, demonstrating a steady display of attacking prowess throughout the match. Having seized an early lead with a goal in the 8th minute, home side further consolidated their position with another goal in the 30th minute. Scoring early and maintaining the tempo must have boosted the morale and momentum of the home side. Second half was no different with further goals in the 64th and 86th minute effectively ending any comeback prospects for the away team.

The seemingly dominant possession by the Wanderers was compounded by the Phoenix's inability to capitalise on their set-piece opportunities, turning the match into a one-sided affair. Wellington Phoenix were awarded more corner kicks (5 to 1), which usually represent goal-scoring opportunities. However, they were unable to translate these into goals, reflecting poor execution in these crucial moments.

The away team's discipline was another detrimental factor, as they conceded three yellow cards, two of which were awarded in quick succession (68th and 76th minute). Being cautioned frequently not only breaks the rhythm of the team but also puts extra pressure on the players to avoid potential send-offs.

In terms of playing behaviour, the away team committed nearly twice as many fouls as the home team (14 to 8) and were also caught offside more frequently (3 to 2), affecting their offensive plays and consequently their ability to score.

Overall, Western Sydney Wanderers' efficiency in capitalising on their goal scoring opportunities and their superior discipline were the defining factors in their win. On the other hand, Wellington Phoenix's performance was hampered by their ill-discipline and inability to convert their set-piece opportunities and minimize the offside situations.

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