Home team Assists 2

Away team Assists 1

Home team Shots on target 4

Away team Shots on Target 6

Home team Goalkeeper saves 6

Away team Goalkeeper saves 4

Home team Shots off target 3

Away team Shots off target 2

Home team Corner kicks 1

Away team Corner kicks 3

Home team Fouls 11

Away team Fouls 9

Home team Substitutions 2

Away team Substitutions 3

Home team Offsides 1

Away team Offsides 0

In the Northern Premier Division match dated 30 September 2023, Stafford Rangers FC hosted Bradford Park Avenue AFC, leading to a goalless draw where the key factor appears to be the robust defensive performances from both sides, particularly the goalkeepers, who were under quite a bit of pressure.

Stafford Rangers FC penned 2 assists and 4 shots on target but were not quite able to get past Bradford's goalkeeper who managed to turn away all of these attempts with 6 crucial saves. Similarly, the opportunities that Bradford created with 1 assist and 6 shots on target were nullified by Stafford's goalkeeper who were able to make one extra save than their counterpart, preventing Bradford from breaking the deadlock.

Despite having more control of the game, as evidenced by Bradford winning more corner kicks (3 compared to Stafford's 1), they were unable to convert their superiority into goals. Stafford, while having less control, managed to test the opposition keeper with more efficiency leading to 4 key saves from Bradford’s custodian.

Discipline from both sides was commendable with zero red and yellow cards shown to either side, although the home side seemed to play a bit more aggressively with 11 fouls compared to 9 from Bradford.

Another interesting aspect, which may have potentially contributed to the goalless nature of the match, is the number of offsides. Stafford Rangers FC was caught offside once, which indicates that their attacking play was well-controlled, while Bradford Park Avenue AFC managed to play an offside-free game indicating a more cautious approach.

Substitution wise, Bradford made use of all three, indicating more attempts to disrupt the opposition’s rhythm and bring fresh energy to their side while Stafford only made 2 changes.

In conclusion, both teams exhibited strong defensive efforts, with goalkeepers emerging as the standout performers due to their impressive saves. While both sides had opportunities to score, they were unable to convert and had to settle for a goalless draw.

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