In this highly competitive Premier League 2 match held on August 19, 2023, Tottenham Hotspur's U21 team put in a compelling performance against Newcastle United's U21, with a comprehensive 4-1 victory at home. This victory can largely be attributed to their clinical finishing and unwavering control of the game as evidenced by statistical data provided post-game.

Right from the first half, Tottenham Hotspur U21 was dominant, netting two goals and keeping a clean sheet. The first goal occurred at 12 minutes 25 seconds, followed by a second one at 34 minutes 46 seconds, a decisive factor that likely rattled the Newcastle U21 side and gave Tottenham the upper hand.

Although Newcastle United U21 were unsuccessful in getting on the scoreboard in the first half, their discipline reduced, as seen with a yellow card issued at 35 minutes 26 seconds. In the second half, although they managed to score a goal at 77 minutes 44 seconds, they had already conceded two more goals by Tottenham earlier in the half, at 51 minutes 58 seconds and 62 minutes 44 seconds. This shows a significant defensive lapse from Newcastle United U21 side as they failed to tighten their defence after the break.

Newcastle's performance decline was further evidenced by the second yellow card issued at 68 minutes 47 seconds into the second half. This card indicates a possible lack of organisation and discipline in the Newcastle side, which likely affected their overall game.

However, both teams showed equal indiscipline as the game progressed, demonstrated by equal yellow cards (2) on both sides. However, Tottenham managed to keep a calm composure avoiding yellow cards until late in the second half at 94 minutes 9 seconds. Consequently, indiscipline came at a much more critical part of the game for Newcastle as compared to Tottenham.

In terms of set-piece danger, Tottenham Hotspur U21 demonstrated a significant edge over Newcastle United U21. With five corner kicks as opposed to Newcastle's mere two corners, the Hotspurs demonstrated their offensive prowess and the considerable pressure they placed on Newcastle's defence.

Interestingly, the offside count was evenly matched on both sides with only single offside calls each. This shows a high level of discipline from both teams' attacking lines in respecting their opponents' defensive lines.

In summary, Tottenham Hotspur U21's dominant control of the game, including more goals, greater offensive pressure shown through more corner kicks, and relatively later discipline issues, were decisive factors in their victory over Newcastle United U21. In contrast, Newcastle United U21's defensive lapses, unsuccessful control of the game and discipline issues at relatively critical times contributed to their loss.

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