The Campeonato Nacional on the 17th of June 2023 witnessed a fiercely competitive match between FC Cienfuegos and FC Holguin, wherein FC Cienfuegos prevailed with a narrow 3-2 win.

In the first half, FC Holguin opened the scoreline when they netted in their first goal 37 minutes and 24 seconds into the game. FC Cienfuegos however, swiftly turned the tides within just a span of 8 minutes, scoring two back-to-back goals at the 43rd and 45th minute respectively, ending the first half with a 2-1 lead.

Across the second half, FC Holguin managed to even the score with their second goal at the 70th minute, but FC Cienfuegos regained their lead just 14 minutes later and maintained it until the final whistle blew, thereby securing their win.

This tightly fought match saw an equal number of yellow cards from both sides, a total of 3 each, with the first yellow card being shown to FC Holguin in the 47th minute of the first half, while FC Cienfuegos received their first booking 13 minutes into the second half. The trend of yellow cards continued into the second half, adding a tense dynamic to the clash.

However, FC Holguin were on the offensive side with more fouls committed (9) compared to FC Cienfuegos (5) but their attacks were primarily from open play, evident by a total of 5 corner kicks derived to them compared to FC Cienfuegos’s none.

Yet, their aggressive approach didn't translate into goals as effectively as one might expect. In fact, in terms of efficacious performance, FC Cienfuegos stood out conclusively. They converted all their shots on target into goals, whereas FC Holguin, despite creating multiple opportunities, failed to capitalize on them to their full potential.

Therefore, notably, a significant factor that determined the match’s outcome was the effectiveness of FC Cienfuegos’s attacks. Despite the lack of corner kicks, they demonstrated a clinical finish in taking their chances. Simultaneously, the measured defence of FC Cienfuegos disallowed their opponent's attacking potential and helped maintain their narrow lead to secure the critical victory.

All in all, it was a fierce competitive battle where every aspect of the game was fought hard and within permissible limits. The football bettors should consider the ruthlessly high efficiency of FC Cienfuegos and their composed game management, which might prove pivotal for their upcoming matches as well.

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