In the competitive fixture of Indian Super League between Odisha FC and SC East Bengal, the match ended with the victory of the home side at 2-1.

At the beginning of the game, East Bengal showed immediate dominance by netting the first goal mere 39 seconds from the start. However, their offensive power declined afterwards, managed to score no more goals for the entirety of the game. In contrast, Odisha FC demonstrated a tenacious approach, equalizing the score at the 39:23 mark, and later took the lead in the latter half of the game, giving them a win of 2-1.

Disciplinary hurdles were a significant issue for the away team more than the home team. East Bengal received six yellow cards compared to Odisha's three, four of which were received in the first half within a timeframe of approximately 20 minutes, reducing their aggressiveness and tactical freedom substantially. This could have contributed to their decline in scoring in the remainder of the game.

In terms of set pieces, both sides were evenly matched with 5 corner kicks each. However, Odisha FC's superior finishing abilities are mirrored in the final result. Despite the equal opportunities for both teams, the home team managed to capitalize on their chances more effectively.

Moreover, East Bengal's defensive strategy seemed to falter, committing 15 fouls in comparison to Odisha FC's 8. Their aggressive style seemed to be counterproductive, thereby giving free-kick opportunities to the home side and putting more pressure on their defenders.

Despite having a disciplined strategy with zero offsides, East Bengal still found themselves unable to match the Odisha FC's offensive prowess. Notably, the host's expansive play led to them being flagged offside twice, reflecting their ambitious and aggressive approach.

In conclusion, Odisha FC’s victory was mainly due to their successful conversion of opportunities into goals, combined with a tighter, more rule-discipline game. On the other hand, SC East Bengal’s numerous fouls and yellow cards certainly hampered their ability to compete effectively.

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