In the scintillating clash of the Coppa Italia on 14th August 2023, US Cremonese emerged victorious against FC Crotone with a score line of 3-1 at the end of regulation time. The match unfolded as a tale of aggression, teamwork, precise play featuring standout statistical factors affecting the match's result.

The attacking prowess and the strategic significance in utilising corner kicks by US Cremonese made a clear distinction in the game. Of the 9 corners procured by the home team, their conversion led to favourable goal situations, reinstating their dominance in the set-pieces area over FC Crotone, who could only manage a total of 3 corner kicks. However, it was clear that both teams equally resorted to a more physical style of play, as evidenced by 18 and 16 fouls committed by US Cremonese and FC Crotone respectively. Clearly, this did not mar either of the teams in setting up or executing match-winning performances.

The timing of the goals warrants a mention. The offensive pressure by FC Crotone resulted in an early lead at the 6th-minute mark only to be levelled by US Cremonese roughly twenty-three minutes later. This rebound from US Cremonese during the first half is a testament to their sturdy defence, focus and resilience. The second half bore witness to the extreme effectiveness of US Cremonese during the extra time, with back-to-back goals in the overtime of the first half and early in the overtime of the second half.

There was also significant defensive laxity on FC Crotone's part, evidenced by a high number of offsides committed, five in total, offering US Cremonese opportunities to launch counter-attacks. Conversely, the home team enacted stricter discipline lines, recording only one offside throughout the game.

The yellow card rate shows an equally intense competitive spirit from both sides – 2 each. The interesting observation from this is that while FC Crotone earned their first yellow in the first half, they could not maintain the discipline level in the second half, earning another yellow. Simultaneously, US Cremonese escalated in aggression, reflected by two yellow cards earned in the second half. However, both teams maintained the decorum to an extent by not escalating into red card situations.

In conclusion, the backbone of the match's outcome was undoubtedly the more tactical approach to corner conversion and the timely goal-scoring by US Cremonese. FC Crotone's performance, marred by offsides, led to a rather hefty advantage in favour of their adversary. With more discipline in maintaining their lines and limiting infractions, FC Crotone could have potentially swung the game's outcome. Rest assured, the match provided some fantastic competitive football, a treat for the Coppa Italia enthusiasts.

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