Home team Assists 0

Away team Assists 1

Home team Shots on target 3

Away team Shots on target 5

Home team Goalkeeper saves 3

Away team Goalkeeper saves 3

Home team Shots off target 4

Away team Shots off target 3

Home team Corner kicks 2

Away team Corner kicks 3

Home team Fouls 5

Away team Fouls 4

Home team Substitutions 3

Away team Substitutions 1

Home team Offsides 2

Away team Offsides 1

The Second Division match between Al Ittifaq Maqaba and Al Ittihad Bahrain on February 16, 2024, showcased contrasting strategic approaches and performances in which Al Ittihad emerged victorious with a 2-0 win.

In terms of attacking output, Al Ittihad showed more efficiency by converting 40% of their shots on target into goals. They fired a total of 5 shots on target compared to Al Ittifaq’s 3, an indication of their superior offensive firepower in the clash. Additionally, Al Ittihad recorded a higher number of corner kicks (3), which hints at their dominant territorial control and aggressive intent.

Though Al Ittifaq had managed to take 3 shots on target and created 2 corner kicks, they couldn't capitalize on their chances, resulting in a goal disheartenment. Their total of 4 shots off target also attests to their significantly poorer finishing ability on the day.

Defensively, both teams’ goalkeepers made 3 saves each. A noteworthy point here is that Al Ittifaq had to defend more shots on their goal due to Al Ittihad's more intense attacking pressure. Both teams did well to control their discipline with zero yellow or red cards and minimal fouls (Al Ittifaq 5, Al Ittihad 4), indicating a clean and efficient approach to their defensive duties.

The home side, Al Ittifaq, made more substitutions during the game (3) compared to Al Ittihad's single change. This could suggest a tactical reshuffling attempt on Al Ittifaq's part, but it seemed to have fallen short as they failed to break down Al Ittihad's solid defense.

The game's decisive moments came from Al Ittihad's advanced positioning and well-executed attacks, as demonstrated by their single assist and fewer offsides (1) compared to Al Ittifaq’s 2; articulating their more effective utilization of runs and passes beyond the defensive line.

In conclusion, Al Ittihad outperformed Al Ittifaq in several key areas, most notably offensive potency and defensive solidity. Their ability to convert chances and maintain discipline at the back were the pivotal factors in their comfortable win. Despite Al Ittifaq’s efforts to disrupt their rhythm through substitutions and bold plays, the team’s weaknesses in attack and defense were thoroughly exposed. Beyond the scoreline, a depth look at the statistics reflects Al Ittihad's full control over proceedings and their deserved triumph.

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