In a closely contested Southern Football League Premier Division match, it was AFC Rushden and Diamonds that emerged victorious over St. Ives Town FC with a scoreline of 2-1.

The contest saw an early goal by AFC Rushden and Diamonds scored in just under 10 minutes into the first half (00:09:24). However, St. Ives Town FC levelled the scoreline before halftime at the 41st minute (00:41.38). The second half saw only one successful attempt on goal with AFC Rushden and Diamonds getting the decider at the 86th minute (01:26:22).

The game was tough and heated, with a fair share of yellow cards displayed. AFC Rushden and Diamonds picked up two yellow cards in the second half (01:10:42 and 01:25:20) while St. Ives Town FC received one yellow card (01:09:38). Both teams managed to avoid a dismissal as there were no red cards shown.

In terms of attacking play, there were several opportunities for both teams to try and seize control of the game. Both teams had their fair share of attacking set pieces, taking four corner kicks each and being caught offside three times.

The crucial factors that influenced the outcome of the match were the timing of the goals and the discipline on the pitch. AFC Rushden and Diamonds' early goal set the tone, and despite an equalizer in the first half, the home side stayed resilient, bagging the winner late into the second half.

The yellow cards given to AFC Rushden and Diamonds were both in the second half, which could have disrupted their flow of play. Still, they managed to hold their nerves and keep a single-goal lead until the final whistle.

In conclusion, while both teams shown determination and decent attacking play, it was AFC Rushden and Diamonds' ability to score at key moments and maintain their composure in spite of the yellow cards that led them to victory. Despite the loss, St. Ives Town FC displayed a solid performance, matching their opponents in many aspects of the game. However, they will rue those missed opportunities that could have changed the complexion of the match.

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