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Despite an early scoring advantage by Olympique Lyonnais (Wom), the UEFA Champions League Women’s match played on 21 December 2023 ended in a draw - 2-2 against SK Brann (Wom). A detailed analysis reveals that the odds swung in favour of SK Brann due to a pivotal red card and dominance in corner kicks.

Olympique Lyonnais started the match impressively, putting two goals past SK Brann within the first 13 minutes. However, by the end of the first half, SK Brann mounted a comeback when they scored their first goal of the match at 33 minutes. Despite the initial rush from Olympique Lyonnais, the game situation changed noticeably favouring SK Brann, this can be attributed to their superiority in corner kicks and fouls areas.

SK Brann notably took eight corner kicks throughout the game, a statistical parameter that exposed Olympique's defence more often and resulted in increased offensive threats. In contrast, Olympique Lyonnais managed just one corner kick throughout the game.

Moreover, the fouls by both teams did play a part; Olympique Lyonnais had five fouls while SK Brann had nine. But it was a crucial red card against Olympique Lyonnais that dramatically shifted the momentum in favour of SK Brann. This undoubtedly played a significant role in the dynamics and balance of the game, forcing Olympique Lyonnais into a more defensive posture for the remaining part of the match as they were a player down.

SK Brann returned well organized in the second half, taking control of the game by scoring at 94 minutes, eventually leveling things up. Each team recorded a single offside with SK Brann’s lone offside raising questions on their attack strategy, especially given the player advantage they enjoyed.

In conclusion, the outcome of the match was influenced by SK Brann's ability to capitalise on their increased corner kicks and Olympique Lyonnais' red card, which altered the match's tactical dynamics. Even though Olympique Lyonnais seemed to take early control with their rapid two early goals, SK Brann's persistent efforts and better utilization of set-piece scenarios saw them battle to an intense 2-2 draw. Both teams can learn a lot from this match as they prepare to face other opponents in the UEFA Champions League.

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