In the recent NPL Victoria match held on 1st July 2023, Altona Magic SC delivered a solid performance against Dandenong Thunder SC, securing a 3-0 win away from home.

Throughout the game, both Dandenong Thunder SC and Altona Magic SC executed an equal number of corner kicks (4 each), indicating a relatively equal amount of attacking opportunities created from the sides of the pitch. However, Altona Magic was clearly more efficient with their execution, as it reflected in the robust goal tally.

Interestingly, all three goals scored by Altona Magic SC came from different phases of the game. The first two goals arriving late in the first half; one at 37 minutes 58 seconds and quickly followed by a second at 44 minutes 59 seconds. The third goal then came deep into the second half at 91 minutes 56 seconds, showcasing their sustained attacking strength throughout the match.

Despite leading with the goal count, Altona Magic SC received more yellow cards compared to Dandenong Thunder SC with 3 against the latter's 2. This could imply a more aggressive style of gameplay adopted by Altona Magic, which, while leading to more fouls, might have contributed to their ability to dominate the game and keep Dandenong Thunder on the back foot.

On Dandenong Thunder’s part, not being able to convert their corner kicks into goals, along with a higher rate of fouls resulting in yellow cards can be seen as contributing factors to their loss. Their failure to score despite having the same number of corner kick opportunities as the winning team, indicates a lack in the solidity of their attacking strategies.

To summarise, the deciding factors in this game were the persistent attacking force of Altona Magic SC, their efficient use of corner kick opportunities, as well as their higher risk, aggressive play style as indicated by their yellow card count. In contrast, Dandenong Thunder SC's performance was lackluster, failing to effectively utilize corner kick opportunities and not able to neutralize the aggression from Altona Magic SC.

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