In a keenly contested Eerste Divisie match between Emmen and Jong AZ Alkmaar, Emmen rounded off the thrilling encounter with a narrow 2-1 victory. This victory wasn't easily earned but was a testament to their resilience and capacity to dominate the match, even against Jong AZ Alkmaar's determined defensive plays.

Emmen's first goal came at the 38th minute, shortly before the break, leveling the scores after Alkmaar's earlier 10th-minute lead. The second and winning goal, however, came much later in the second half, at the 96th minute, signifying the tactical patience and dedication Emmen brought to the game.

In terms of set-piece scenarios (corner kicks), both teams were relatively equal. Both teams each had about the same number of corner kicks - Seven for the home team, and eight for the away team. However, the effectiveness of utilizing these corners to create scoring opportunities varied. Emmen utilized their corners more effectively, which also led to their victory.

One of the major statistics that was evident in this match was the discrepancy between the number of fouls committed by each team. Emmen committed almost double the number of fouls (15) than Alkmaar (8). This could reflect a more aggressive approach from Emmen and significantly influenced the distribution of yellow cards. Both teams received two yellow cards each, but Emmen's fouls reflected a tenacity that ultimately resulted in their 96th-minute winning goal.

The number of offsides each team committed was equal, showing a level playing field in terms of ball possession and territorial dominance. None of the teams managed to gain a significant advantage in this regard, indicating the closely competitive nature of the match.

A significant takeaway from this game would be both team's competitive spirit and commitment, with neither team receiving a red card. This shows that despite their dedication to winning, both teams managed to keep their composure.

In conclusion, while both teams were evenly matched statistically in terms of yellow cards, corner kicks, and offsides, the critical factors that affected the match outcome were Emmen's patience, reflected in their late winning goal, their aggressive approach, indicated by their high foul count, as well as their effective use of corner kicks. This hard-fought victory is a testament to Emmen's resilience and strategic prowess.

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