Home team Shots on Target 5

Away team Shots on Target 2

Home team Shots off Target 7

Away team Shots off Target 3

Home team Goalkeeper Saves 1

Away team Goalkeeper Saves 4

Home team Corner Kicks 4

Away team Corner Kicks 2

Home team Fouls 10

Away team Fouls 7

Home team Substitutions 3

Away team Substitutions 2

Home team Offsides 2

Away team Offsides 3

In a balanced match in the National League North on 01 January 2023, Chester FC drew 1-1 with AFC Telford United. Both teams produced standout performances reflecting their agility and discipline. No player was issued a yellow or red card from either side, implying the fair play spirit of the game.

Looking at the match stats, Chester FC outperformed AFC Telford United in numerous areas. They led the shot tally, with 5 on target out of a total of 12 attempts compared to Telford’s 5 total shots, 2 of them on target. However, Chester's dominance in attack did not translate into more goals, mainly due to Telford’s goalkeeper's outstanding performance, who made 4 crucial saves compared to Chester’s keeper, who made only 1.

AFC Telford United, in contrast, was more efficient in their attacking play. Despite being outshot, they also managed to score a goal indicating a higher conversion rate. This efficiency kept them in contention throughout the match.

The match also had a high number of fouls, with Chester FC committing 10 compared to Telford's 7. This, in combination with Chester's 4 corner kicks and 2 offsides to Telford's 2 corners and 3 offsides, indicates a more aggressive and direct style of play from Chester FC.

In terms of using the full squad, both teams made substitutions, with Chester FC making three to Telford’s two. These substitutions provided fresh legs to keep up with the match's pace and improve their strategies.

Ultimately, while Chester FC dominated several on-field statistics like shots on target, shots off target, and corner kicks, Telford United’s more efficient finishing and superior goalkeeping ensured the points were shared. This fact underlines that converting scoring chances and securing the defensive line are critical factors impacting a football match's outcome.

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