In this encounter of the Campeonato Cearense, Maracana EC took on Floresta EC on home grounds, folding the game in their favor with a clear 2-0 victory. What stood out in this match, beyond the score, was the undisputed performance of Maracana EC from the whistle blow and statistical outcomes mirroring the final result precisely.

Maracana EC's offensive strategy paid off well in the early moments of the first half, scoring their first goal within just a little over two minutes. Not giving away the momentum, they were resilient, making 5 corner kicks that kept Floresta's defense constantly on their toes. Floresta EC had an edge in corner kicks with a total of 6 but couldn't capitalize on any of those opportunities. Additionally, Maracana's defense was impeccable, not allowing the opposition any offsides and committing no fouls throughout the game, limiting Floresta EC to just one foul - commendable discipline.

Maracana EC bolstered their lead further in the 52nd minute of the second half. Despite two of their players receiving yellow cards in the second half, this did not impede their sturdy pressure, testament to their resilience and overall performance. Floresta EC, on the other hand, started accumulating yellow cards towards the end of the game, with three in quick succession, indicative of frustration setting in and the struggle to break through Maracana's steadfast defense.

The lack of goals from Floresta EC can also be accredited to their inability to shift to an effective offensive strategy and discipline towards tackling. Notably, they never managed to draw Maracana EC into an offside position, hinting at a lack of tactical play on their end.

In conclusion, Maracana EC was able to convert early aggressiveness into a tangible advantage, keep up the pressure throughout, and maintain a disciplined defense. Their superior performance on both ends of the pitch significantly impacted the final outcome. Floresta EC lacked offensive strategy and failed to utilize their corner kick advantages, which was a notable factor in their unfortunate defeat. Facing Maracana EC, a team which refrained from committing fouls, they were drawn into a game that was challenging both in terms of discipline and strategy.

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