The FAI Cup match on 22 July 2023 between Cockhill Celtic FC and Bray Wanderers ended with a clear 1-3 victory for the away team, Bray Wanderers. Despite the result, the match was closely contested, and the statistics, particularly the high number of corner kicks for the home team, confirm this. Yet, the finesse of Bray Wanderers attack proved to be the defining factor, capitalizing on their opportunities in the first half to secure an early lead.

The Ward Wanderers were aggressive in the attack but exhibited discipline in their defence. They struck early in the game, with their first goal at 14 seconds of the first half, and continued to press their advantage, adding two more goals at 34:28 and 36:23 respectively. This early onslaught was clearly instrumental in their victory. The only goal by Cockhill Celtic FC came a little too late at 42:10, leaving little time for a comeback in the first half.

Cockhill Celtic FC showed more action in terms of corner kicks, a total of 9 compared to just 1 by Bray Wanderers. However, they were unable to convert these opportunities into goals, indicating a lack of precision in their finishing. The match also saw Cockhill Celtic FC caught offside more often, with a total of 3 offsides compared to Bray Wanderer's 6, suggesting potential communication issues within their forward line.

In terms of discipline, both teams exhibited caution, with each team receiving two yellow cards. The away team received early booking just 10 seconds into the game and then another in the second half at 01:14:13. Cockhill Celtic FC's yellow cards came late in the game at 01:15:07 and 01:30:23. Thankfully, no red cards were issued, and the match ended with all players on the field.

Overall, Bray Wanderers' clinical finishing combined with disciplined defense led them to victory, despite the statistical dominance in corners and offsides by Cockhill Celtic FC. This match underscores the idea that clinical finishing, taking advantage of goal-scoring opportunities, is one of the key determinants of match outcomes.

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