Match Report: Altrincham FC vs. Woking FC, March 9, 2024

The slender victory of Woking FC over Altrincham FC in the National League competition delivered a remarkable contrast between the two teams' performances. Woking FC proved to be more successful on the day with a 1-0 lead, cinched during the second half at the 01:30:30 mark, thus underlining the team's resilience after a scoreless first half.

The notable performance of both teams emanates from their discipline within the pitch as shown by the number of bookings. Both teams received equal yellow cards, two each, with Altrincham FC earning both of their cards in the second half (01:10:02, 01:26:40) while Woking FC had one in each half, their second one coincidentally given just a second after Altrincham FC's second card (01:26:41). However, this did not translate into unintended consequences as there were no subsequent red cards on either side.

Despite the narrow scoreline, Woking FC demonstrated more attacking prowess as evident by their number of corner kicks, leading Altrincham FC, 6 to 3. This suggests a clear domination within the attacking third, and this pressure finally yielded a goal to seal their victory early in the second half. Additionally, the winning side retained a more disciplined line, managing to avoid any offside calls throughout the game.

On the other hand, Altrincham FC, even with their two offsides in the game, failed to convert their offensive maneuvers into an actual goal. While their defense seemed to hold up reasonably well, reflected in the limitation of Woking FC to a single goal, their attack showed deficiencies that were ultimately costly.

In summary, Woking FC's ability to maintain a strong offense, showcased by their number of corner kicks, and a strict discipline with the offside rule made a marked difference in this match. Conversely, Altrincham FC's lack of unambiguous scoring opportunities and lack of discipline vis-à-vis the offside rule, which led to two offsides, contributed to their loss. Nevertheless, both sides demonstrated comparative discipline with regards to infringements leading to yellow cards, an attribute that saved them from red card ejections.

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