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The Premier League match on January 21, 2024, between Floriana and Gzira United was a fiercely contested encounter that ended with Gzira United clinching the narrow 1-0 victory. The match, characterized by consistent altercations, was defined by the superior strategic execution demonstrated by Gzira United, which resulted in the sole goal of the match.

Coming into this match, one of the most stand-out features was the high aggression levels demonstrated by both teams. Floriana logged three yellow cards with all them collected during the first half at 00:19:08, 00:37:21 and 00:42:06 while Gzira United garnered four yellow cards, two in the first half at 00:39:31 and 00:45:16 and the other two in the second half at 01:19:04 and 01:35:33. Though both teams were able to maintain a full squad as there were no red cards in the game, this consistent disruption of gameplay with numerous infractions could have negatively affected the flow and rhythm of both teams.

Further, based on the number of corner kicks, it is clear both sides were making considerable efforts to score. Floriana had a total of three corner kicks while Gzira United had four. However, these set pieces' conversion into actual goals seemed low for both teams, pointing towards either impressive defensive clearance or lacklustre finishing.

Despite the evident tension in this game, the decisive moment arrived early in the match when Gzira United scored the game's only goal at the 43rd minute of the first half. The scoreline remained unaltered for the rest of the game, denying Floriana any share of the points.

In conclusion, while the game was marred by frequent fouls resulting in seven yellow cards in total, the most significant statistic from the game was Gzira United's early goal, which allowed them to control the match. Despite Floriana's efforts, reflected in their three corner kicks and aggressive gameplay, they failed to amount to a scoring opportunity, which ultimately resulted in their defeat. The 1-0 result for Gzira United is a testament to their ability to clinch matches under pressure and shows their significant determination when it comes to capturing important wins.

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