In the First Division matchup between AEL Limassol and APOEL on the 8th of January 2023, Limassol utilized tactical discipline and efficiency to secure a 1-0 home victory over APOEL.

Despite minimal offensive engagement, indicated by just 1 corner kick won all match, AEL Limassol proved to be deadly in capitalizing on limited opportunities. The home team's solitary goal was scored deep into the second half (54:35) - a testament to their patience and timely execution that outplayed APOEL.

On the contrary, APOEL demonstrated offense, albeit, tamed. Even with 8 corner kicks, one offside, and consistent engagement, they didn't manage to convert any of these opportunities into actual goals. Their inefficiency in the attacking third was a significant factor for their defeat.

The number of cards in the match stood out as an integral part of game flow, with an equal total of 4 yellow cards for each side. APOEL, however, drew the short end of the stick with one of their players being dismissed from the match for accumulating two yellow cards converted into a red. Losing a player not only handicaps a team but can also affect its morale and strategy. The first of APOEL’s yellow cards arrived in the first half. The other three were given in the second half of the match where an aggressive and desperate attempt to equalize probably led to hasty challenges.

AEL Limassol also had their share of disciplinary breaches, with all four yellow cards shown to their players in the second half of the match. This suggests a physical contest where both teams weren't afraid to engage in challenges.

In conclusion, despite more corner kicks and overall aggressiveness from APOEL, they fell a man short and failed to penetrate AEL Limassol's home defence. Limassol, on the other hand, proved that quality trumps quantity by turning their only corner-kick into the match-winning goal. The game highlighted AEL Limassol’s proficient defensive performance and APOEL’s missed opportunities as key differentiators. The ability to remain disciplined while also capitalizing on minimal opportunities presented was the deciding factor in this contest.

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