In a tightly controlled match on 11 June 2023, Ypiranga de Erechim demonstrated clinical efficiency, securing a narrow win over the aggressive Sao Jose RS, in the Serie C competition. Erechim managed to edge RS 1-0, with the decisive goal being scored in the second half. The performance of both teams underlines a creative tact and tactical maturity. The match not only highlighted an escalating intensity but also strategic usage of substitutions, and the role of disciplined defense in the success of a team.

More significantly, Erechim showed an uncanny ability to conserve their resources and strike when it mattered most. Notably, Erechim lacked the corner kicks, securing only 5 compared to RS who obtained 9. In fact, the effectiveness of Erechim's defense and their ability to disrupt RS's attacking play could be seen in the fact that RS was caught offside once, while Erechim remained disciplined on this aspect.

But the narrative of this game was, of course, its roughness. The escalation of the aggression on the field manifested itself in the amount of yellow cards shown. RS received a total of 4 yellow cards as compared to Erechim's single yellow card. The first card for RS came early in the first half at just 18:09, signifying the nervousness in the RS camp. Erechim’s solitary yellow card came deeper into the first half, at the 35:50 mark. This could have been a turning point in the game, as it might have put a lid on Erechim’s physicality for fear of further bookings.

But that physicality escalated in the second half for RS, with three yellow cards handed out: one at 75:12, another just five minutes later at 80:38, and the final one at 95:10.

The drama intensified late in the match when Erechim had a player red carded. Despite being down to ten men, Erechim showed a tactical nous, managing to hold on to their one-goal lead and keeping their sheet clean, which underlines Erechim’s defensive resilience and a no-nonsense approach.

Looking at this data, it seems clear that discipline, or lack thereof, played a significant role in this match's outcome. The higher discipline of Erechim players, who maintained a level head throughout the match, could have yielded a favorable impact on their performance, especially notable after the sending off.

The match statistics underscore the fact that winning a football match is not just about the number of shots or possessions a team has. Instead, it's about disciplined attacking and defending, timely goal scoring, and above all, maintaining composure – in both playing style and attitude. Thus, for future bettors, this match serves as a clear reminder that statistics go beyond merely goal scoring and instead rest on variables like discipline, defense solidity, and clinical execution.

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