In a tense encounter on 19th January 2023, Al Ittihad Alexandria managed to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat against National Bank FC in a 2-3 comeback in the Premier League.

The home team, National Bank FC, started strong with the scoring of their first goal in the 39th minute followed up by a second just before the halftime mark at 48 minutes. This two-goal lead in the first half gave the impression that National Bank had a firm control on the match, but the tables turned in the second half.

It appears that the two yellow cards received by National Bank FC within the first half at 34th and 43rd minutes may have hampered the team's performance by reducing their aggression. With two of their players carrying the risk of a potential red card, they may have been forced to moderate their approach.

Into the second half, Al Ittihad Alexandria sprang into action and utilized their scoring opportunities more effectively. They scored their first goal at the 52nd minute, seemingly seizing the momentum shift that went on to shape the rest of the game. Following up their first goal, they equalized at the 66th minute and managed to find the back of the net once again in the 88th minute securing a stunning comeback and a hard-fought victory.

The away team, Al Ittihad Alexandria utilized their larger number of corner kicks, 7 as compared to home team's 5, possibly to their advantage as they worked on their set-pieces to create scoring opportunities, influences which can be reflected in their three goals all scored in the second half. These data pointers lead to the conclusion that they managed to adjust their tactics at half-time and capitalize on the initial lack of discipline from their opponents.

National Bank FC, despite their strong start, could not hold on to their lead, perhaps due to the pressure of the yellow cards, failing to maintain the pace of the game and to convert their opportunities into goals. On the other hand, Al Ittihad left their mark showcasing their resilience and capacity for drama with their spectacular second-half comeback.

Based on the statistics, Al Ittihad Alexandria's ability to remain disciplined (0 Yellow cards), while taking their scoring opportunities effectively in the second half despite the initial onslaught from National Bank, were among the key factors that turned the game in their favor.

In conclusion, this match served as a testament to why football is a game of two halves. It reminded all viewers and bettors alike that discipline, effective use of set pieces and the ability to adapt in-game strategies are crucial factors on top of simply scoring goals.

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