Home team Shots on target 6

Away team Shots on target 5

Home team Off targets shots 3

Away team Off targets shots 4

Home team Possession (%) 60

Away team Possession (%) 40

Home team Goalkeeper Saves 4

Away team Goalkeeper saves 6

Home team Corner kicks 7

Away team Corner kicks 3

Home team Fouls 11

Away team Fouls 9

Home team Substitutions 3

Away team Substitutions 2

In a tightly contested match between Stourbridge FC and Stratford Town FC on March 30, 2024, after 90 minutes Stratford emerged victorious with a 1-0 scoreline. The single goal in the first half was enough for Stratford to secure the win, showing their efficiency in front of the goal.

Analyzing the numerical data, several factors stand out that influenced the result. Notably, Stourbridge FC, despite its 60% ball possession and higher number of shots on target (6 contrasted to Stratford’s 5), could not translate its possession and scoring chances into goals. The high number of goalkeeper saves from Stratford (6) highlights their stern defensive performance, significantly contributing to the match outcome.

Stourbridge FC's inefficacy in front of the goal can be further noticed with their 3 off-target shots, which depicts missed opportunities to alter the scoreline. Their numerous corner kicks (7) contrasted with Stratford’s (3), further underscored their dominance in the game but wasn’t utilized effectively.

The number of fouls, 11 by Stourbridge and 9 from Stratford, were almost equivalent indicating both teams were aggressive in their approach, however, none resulted in yellow or red cards thus it didn’t significantly impact in the continuity or tempo of the match.

Interestingly, despite having less control of the ball, Stratford made fewer substitutions (2) compared to Stourbridge’s (3). This indicates their game strategy was efficient and they were able to hold Stourbridge at bay, without needing to disrupt their lineup more than necessary.

In conclusion, while Stourbridge maintained control of the game and had more shots on goal, Stratford showed efficiency by capitalizing on their opportunities and delivering a solid defensive performance. This match serves as an example of how numerical dominance does not always translate to victory if not properly capitalized. Football, after all, is a game of fine margins.

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