The Veikkausliiga match between AC Oulu and KuPS Kuopio on 28th June 2024 was a classic example of a game where the scoreline didn't tell the entire story.

AC Oulu managed to scrape through with a narrow 1-0 victory, despite KuPS Kuopio dictating the pace of the game, as indicated by their seven corner kicks compared to Oulu's solitary one. This suggests Kuopio enjoyed the greater territorial dominance but failed to convert their opportunities, a key factor in the Titans' win.

Oulu's goal came very late in the match, at 78:20 into the second half. The perseverance of Oulu till the very end was a significant factor in their triumph. The goal which gave them the peace of mind came from their only shot on target. Their efficiency in front of goal was a stark contrast to Kuopio, whose seven corner kicks and other attacking efforts resulted in no goals.

Oulu was disciplined in their defensive performance, committing fewer fouls (7) than Kuopio (5). A slight blot on Oulu's copybook was their three yellow cards. These cards were spread throughout the match, with one issued in the first half at 30:20, and two more in the second half at 53:56 and 80:36. This might indicate a growing desperation on their part as they searched for a breakthrough.

In terms of offsides, the discipline of AC Oulu's attacking line caught the eye as they had only one offside against them all match. Kuopio, on the other hand, managed to keep a clean sheet in this department.

The final factor worth mentioning is Kuopio's inability to convert their territorial dominance into goals. Despite dictating most of the game and registering zero offsides, Kuopio couldn't get on the score sheet. This failure to convert chances was without a doubt one of the most decisive factors of the game.

In conclusion, the key to AC Oulu's victory lay in their discipline in both attacking and defending, their efficiency in front of goal, and a strong defensive performance, results showed that they capitalized when it mattered most, ultimately leading to their narrow win over KuPS Kuopio.

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