In a tightly contested League Two match, Stevenage edged out Gillingham with a 1-0 victory, underscoring the fine margins that often decide football matches at this level. The solitary goal in the first half seemed to set the tempo for the game which saw an equal share of possession and chances to score, with both teams only having 2 corner kicks each.

Early goal proved pivotal as the home team managed to score at just 22 minutes into the first half. This early strike was a pivotal moment in the match, setting Stevenage ahead and forcing Gillingham to chase the game. From a statistical standpoint, it was evident that scoring early in the game worked in Stevenage's favor as they managed to hold on to their lead until the final whistle.

Looking at the discipline aspect of the game, Stevenage had a higher number of yellow cards with three to Gillingham's one. While this could indicate a potentially aggressive style of play on Stevenage's part, it did not affect their numerical advantage as nobody was sent off via a red card. In spite of having more cautions, they were satisfactory enough in terms of control to stay full-strength throughout.

Analyzing the corner kick statistics, both teams were level pegging, earning two apiece. This shows that both teams had equal opportunities from set-pieces to threaten the opposition's goal, yet Gillingham were unable to capitalize, leaving Stevenage's slender lead intact.

On the offside count, Stevenage was caught offside once while Gillingham did not fall into the offside trap any time in the game. It suggests that Stevenage was trying to exploit the space behind Gillingham’s defence, risking being caught offside, whereas Gillingham was more disciplined in their forward movements or simply did not manage to penetrate deep enough.

In conclusion, this match was a compelling display of football where minimal chances and disciplined defence carried the day. Stevenage's early strike seems to have been the key turning point coupled with their ability to maintain control despite accruing more cautions. On the other side, Gillingham may need to re-strategize their approach, particularly in capitalizing on set-pieces and breaking through defensive lines, in games where the margin is as razor-thin as it was in this game.

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