Home team Shots on target 5

Away team Shots on target 7

Home team Shots off target 7

Away team Shots off target 5

Home team Goalkeeper saves 5

Away team Goalkeeper saves 4

Home team Corner kicks 3

Away team Corner kicks 4

Home team Fouls 12

Away team Fouls 8

Home team Substitutions 3

Away team Substitutions 3

Home team Offsides 1

Away team Offsides 2

In the Northern Premier Division match held on 24 February 2024, it was a day of lesser fortune for the home team, Ilkeston FC, as they were defeated 2-1 by the traveling team, Radcliffe Borough FC.

Despite conceding a goal in the second half, Radcliffe Borough FC managed to come out on top, showing a higher level of efficiency and efficacy in their attack. This was evident from the data - they had two more shots on target (7 versus Ilkeston's 5) off of the two fewer shots that were off target (5, compared to Ilkeston's 7), reflecting a better conversion ratio. Radcliffe's twin offside infringements, one more than Ilkeston, showed their attacking intent as they frequently attempted to breach Ilkeston's defensive line.

Perhaps where the game was decided was in the goalkeeping. While Ilkeston's goalkeeper made an impressive 5 saves, Radcliffe’s goalkeeper outshone with an extraordinary four saves - crucial for the win considering Ilkeston's 5 shots on target. This indicated a high level of threat posed by Ilkeston that was mitigated by Radcliffe's defense and goalkeeping performance.

Both teams made 3 substitutions in a bid to alter the course of the game, but the effect of these changes didn't seem to have substantial differences in impacting the game’s ultimate outcome.

Ilkeston FC had 3 corner kicks which were surpassed by Radcliffe Borough FC who had 4, indicating a slight edge in territorial advantage in favor of the away team. While the home team committed a higher number of fouls (12 compared to Radcliffe's 8), neither team saw a player issued a yellow or red card, suggesting a discipline in physical contests despite the frequent fouls.

In summary, baring the higher fouls and shots off target by Ilkeston FC, Radcliffe Borough FC seem to have had a slight advantage in most aspects of the game, aiding them in their 2-1 victory. The presence of mind and undeterred spirit of Radcliffe Borough FC were key to them taking advantage of their opportunities effectively, hinting better tactical acumen and execution on the pitch.

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