In a tightly contested Serie C football match on the 5th of March at 13:30 EEST, Virtus Francavilla hosted Potenza Calcio ending with a nerve-wracking 1-1 draw that held viewers on edge throughout.

A rather early goal in the first half by Virtus Francavilla set the pace of the game. The goal, coming just 21 minutes and 44 seconds into the match, energised the home team and put pressure on Potenza Calcio. However, the away team didn't blink and managed to stall the host's onslaught until half-time.

In the second half, Potenza Calcio showed their mettle by equalising at the 96th minute mark. This late goal brought an end to the home team's hopes of a clean victory, and also showcased Potenza's ability to stay composed under duress and seize opportunities to draw level even late in the game.

The game was characterized by similar aggresion from both teams, demonstrated by the equal number of yellow cards issued - Virtus Francavilla received two, both in the second half, while Potenza was also issued two, with one in each half. Despite the intensity, both teams managed to avoid receiving any red cards, showing commendable restraint while not holding back on their aggressive play.

The battle was evenly fought not only in terms of goals and cards, but also in terms of corner kicks. Virtus Francavilla managed to win 4 corner kicks while Potenza Calcio snatched 3, suggesting that both teams had similar controlling stakes in the game and largely nullifying any advantage from set-pieces.

In summary, the end-to-end match was every bit exciting with both teams' admirable display of resilience and tactical nous. The equalising goal late in the second half by Potenza Calcio was an effective response to Virtus Francavilla's early lead and the tense atmosphere created by the nearly proportional distribution of yellow cards and corner kicks.

The match can be seen as a microcosm of the competitive and unpredictable nature of Serie C football, showcasing grit, tactic and a resolve to fight till the end. Bettors watching the match undoubtedly got a taste of how unpredictable and entertaining Serie C football can be.

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