In the September 2nd Championship clash, a solitary goal was enough for Hull City to overcome hosts Leicester City in a closely contested encounter. Despite dominating possession and corners, Leicester was unable to convert their chances, resulting in a frustrating defeat at home.

Outscoring Leicester on yellow cards by a staggering 5 to 3, shows Hull's aggressive gameplay. This contributed much to their defensive success in this match. While this approach carried the risk of red cards, the visitors managed it well to keep all their men on the pitch.

Interestingly, while Leicester dominated the corner kicks with 8 versus Hull's 3, they were not able to capitalize on these opportunities. Their inability to convert from set-piece situations ultimately put a dampener on their performance and had a significant impact on the match outcome. With Hull's stingy defence, and Leicester's inability to convert from close range, the goalless stat sheet for the home team tells the tale of their afternoon.

A particularly pivotal moment in the game was Hull City's goal in the first half, scored at the 22 minute and 51 second mark. This goal ultimately decided the outcome of the match due to Leicester City's previously mentioned struggles with converting their opportunities.

In terms of offside, another aspect where Leicester fell short was their lack of discipline in staying onside with 2 offenses as opposed to Hull's clean slate. These unnecessary turnovers may have cost Leicester City valuable attacking opportunities and momentum.

Despite the aggressive gameplay of Hull City, the number of substitutions made in the game, a vital piece in managing players’ fatigue levels, was not provided. Still, the data suggests Hull performed better under pressure.

To conclude, the football match between Leicester City and Hull City showcased the importance of both aggressive defending and capitalising on offensive opportunities. Hull City’s early goal followed by a disciplined yet aggressive defence saw them earn the 1-0 victory despite Leicester’s dominating corner kicks and possession. This match serves as an excellent example that goals win games, not possession or a high number of corner kicks alone.

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