Home team Shots on target 4

Away team Shots on target 2

Home team Shots off target 3

Away team Shots off target 1

Home team Corners 5

Away team Corners 3

Home team Saves 1

Away team Saves 4

Home team Fouls 8

Away team Fouls 6

Home team Substitutions 3

Away team Substitutions 2

Home team Offsides 2

Away team Offsides 0

The match between Le Mans and Orleans on February 16 was tightly contested. However, Orleans emerged as a victor in the competition with a single goal victory in the face of low scoring opportunities. The statistics that followed the match provided some captivating insights leading to the match outcome.

Surprisingly, Le Mans had more shots on target (4) compared to Orleans' 2 . Hence, they had superior chances to open the score card. Their attempts however, were successful, thanks to the heroic effort of Orleans' goalkeeper, registering 4 saves. These timely interventions by the goalkeeper played a critical role in ensuring the shut out. These saves were indeed the most influential statistic of the match.

Despite falling behind in terms of shots on target, Orleans were clinical in their approach and made the most from their limited opportunities, capitalizing on one of their only two shots on target, thereby symbolizing their offensive efficiency.

In terms of discipline and fair play, both teams maintained a clean slate as there weren't any bookings, as evident by the absence of yellow cards as well as red cards.

The home side also had the edge on occasion with corner kicks, possessing 5 compared to Orleans' 3, however they were unsuccessful in making the most of these opportunities owing to Orleans' robust aerial defense.

On the fouling front, Le Mans committed more fouls (8) compared to Orleans (6). This could highlight a more aggressive style of play from Le Mans, which unfortunately didn't turn the tide in their favor.

In terms of the offside trap, Le Mans was caught offside twice, while Orleans managed to keep a clean slate in this aspect. This highlights the solid defensive organization of Orleans, proving their discipline and attention to detail in the backline.

In summary, while Le Mans had more possessions and shot opportunities, it was the decisive finishing of Orleans coupled with their goalkeeper's performance that dictated the result of the match. This match is a strong reminder that it doesn't necessarily require dominating the match stats to win, but rather effective conversion of the opportunities that comes your way, as seamlessly demonstrated by Orleans.

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