Home team Shots on target 3

Away team Shots on target 5

Home team Shots off target 2

Away team Shots off target 4

Home team Possession (%) 51

Away team Possession (%) 49

Home team Corner kicks 4

Away team Corner kicks 6

Home team Offsides 4

Away team Offsides 3

Home team Fouls 8

Away team Fouls 9

Home team Substitutions 3

Away team Substitutions 3

Coverage:

In the FA Cup match that took place on the 14th of October, 2023, Chester FC delivered a solid performance that saw them secure a 2-0 victory against the home team, Hartlepool United. Unlike the scoreline might suggest if not considered together with other data, this win didn't come easy, with both sides showing competitive data in most of the parameters.

The match was evenly balanced considering possession, with Hartlepool United having a marginal advantage at 51% possession to Chester FC's 49%. Both sides attacked and defended considerably well given the close possession figures. However, Chester FC broke through twice despite having fewer possessions.

Looking at the attacking statistics, the victory by Chester FC can be attributed partially to their efficiency in front of goal. Chester had a total of 9 attempts at the goal with 5 shots on target (55.5% accuracy) while Hartlepool managed less efficiency with 5 attempts and 3 targets (60% accuracy). This disparity can be considered a significant factor in determining the outcome of the encounter.

Moreover, Chester FC capitalized on their chances from the corner, having taken a total of 6 corner kicks compared to Hartlepool's 4. This display indicates a more aggressive approach from Chester in attack which eventually paid off with the two goals.

On the defensive end, both teams showed a degree of discipline, with neither side receiving any cards, yellow or red. The match was competitive though, with Hartlepool committing 8 fouls and Chester slightly higher at 9 fouls.

Both teams also made equal substitutions that often indicate a scheme for refreshing team energy or restructuring team playing position, with each side making 3 changes. However, Chester's substitutions might have had a positive impact on maintaining their lead.

To wrap, it was Chester FC's lethal accuracy in front of goal and their more aggressive attacking edge that saw them climb to victory. Despite Hartlepool’s slight dominance in possession, Chester FC managed to control the game in critical areas effectively.

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