Home team Goals 2

Away team Goals 1

Home team Shots on target 7

Away team Shots on target 4

Home team Shots off target 3

Away team Shots off target 5

Home team Saves 3

Away team Saves 5

Home team Corner Kicks 4

Away team Corner Kicks 3

Home team Fouls committed 12

Away team Fouls committed 10

Home team Substitutions 3

Away team Substitutions 2

Home team Offsides 1

Away team Offsides 2

This Northern Premier Division clash between Ilkeston FC and Guiseley AFC on 21st October 2023 saw a triumphant 2-1 home win for Ilkeston FC. The victory can be largely attributed to their superior shooting accuracy and effective ball possession.

Ilkeston FC showed better goal scoring efficiency. They converted their on-target opportunities well with 2 goals from a total of 7 shots on target as opposed to Guiseley AFC who only managed to net 1 goal from 4 on-target shots. Moreover, Ilkeston FC did an excellent job in keeping fewer shots off target (3) when compared to Guiseley AFC (5), ensuring a higher chance of scoring.

Guiseley AFC may look back ruefully at their off-target shots which could have leveled the match or even swung it in their favor. The away side's goalkeeper made a noble effort with 5 saves keeping the game competitive.

The match saw a fair number of fouls with Ilkeston FC committing 12, 2 more than Guiseley AFC. This could be an indication of Ilkeston FC's aggressive yet efficient approach to limit the away team's progression. Neither side was shown a yellow or red card, indicating a game that, despite the fouls, remained under control.

In terms of set pieces, Ilkeston FC edged out their competitors with 4 corner kicks to Guiseley's 3. However, the home team were caught offside only once compared to Guiseley AFC, who were deemed offside twice, potentially leaving additional scoring opportunities unexplored.

Both teams made a number of substitutions, with Ilkeston FC using all three entitled changes and Guiseley AFC only two. These tactical moves, however, didn't decisively influence the outcome of the match.

In conclusion, Ilkeston FC tactically dominated the game, with better conversion rates, fewer off-target shots, and an aggressive but clean defensive approach. The team's ability to capitalize on shooting chances over Guiseley AFC proved vital in tipping the game to their favour. This match demonstrated how important shooting accuracy and adept defending can be in determining the outcome of a close game.

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