The high-stakes Serie C clash held on 04 December 2023 saw Potenza Calcio pitted against Taranto FC. In what turned out to be a feisty encounter, Taranto FC emerged victorious with a 2-1 scoreline despite a disciplined display of defensive football by Potenza Calcio.

Taranto FC broke the deadlock just under two minutes into the game, applying pressure straight away. Undeterred by the early setback, Potenza Calcio bounced back, equalizing midway through the first half at the 27:50-minute mark. It wasn't until just over an hour into the match that Taranto FC found the back of the net for the second time, securing a decisive 2-1 lead that they maintained until the final whistle.

Throughout the game, both teams showed great competitiveness and will to win, as evidenced by their disciplinary records. Both teams accumulated a staggering total of 6 yellow cards, with Taranto FC collecting the lion's share of four. Despite one player sent off, Potenza Calcio managed to keep their defensive line intact, which is commendable given the circumstances.

The corner kick statistic paints a different picture, however. Despite being a goal down, Potenza Calcio managed to secure twice the number of corner kicks (4) than Taranto FC (2). This demonstrates Potenza Calcio's proactive approach in pushing the game and trying to utilize set-piece opportunities to their advantage.

When it comes to fouls, Potenza Calcio committed three, while interestingly, Taranto FC managed to play throughout the game without committing a single foul, a commendable feat showcasing their disciplined approach to defensive play.

The only offside of the game was conceded by Taranto FC, suggesting Potenza Calcio's effective use of an offside trap to stymie their opponents' attacking threats.

Ultimately, despite a competitive display from Potenza Calcio and a 1-1 draw until the 64:46-minute mark, Taranto FC's early opening goal and the subsequent winner in the second half were what decided this match.

The data suggests that while Potenza Calcio did well to apply pressure through set pieces and maintaining defensive discipline, it was Taranto FC's efficient use of their scoring opportunities and disciplined play that emerged as the key factors influencing the final outcome.

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