Home team Assists 1

Away team Assists 2

Home team Shots on target 5

Away team Shots on target 6

Home team Shots off target 7

Away team Shots off target 3

Home team Saves 4

Away team Saves 5

Home team Corner kicks 3

Away team Corner kicks 2

Home team Fouls 12

Away team Fouls 10

Home team Substitutions 3

Away team Substitutions 2

Home team Offsides 2

Away team Offsides 1

In what was an evenly played NIFL Premiership match on March 18, 2023, Dungannon Swifts edged Cliftonville 2-1. Despite strong statistics from both teams, the Swifts were able to leverage a heightened efficiency in scoring opportunities to secure their victory.

Cliftonville's attacking run revealed considerable pressure on the opposition, as shown by seven shots off target as compared to the Swifts' three. This suggests a higher level of offensive activity but also a mismatch in precision, which may have played a part in their goal deficit. Their lone goal in the second half was not enough to counter the two decisive goals from Dungannon Swifts.

Both teams had adequate opportunities on goal with Cliftonville garnering five shots on target as opposed to the Swifts' six. Yet, the Swifts capitalized on their chances more effectively. Their conversion rate proved invaluable, resulting in their two goals. They additionally showcased a slightly stronger defensive performance with five saves compared to Cliftonville’s four.

Throughout the match, Cliftonville managed twelve fouls while Dungannon Swifts committed ten. This high tally of fouls from both teams indicates a physical and hard-fought match, yet it was Cliftonville's lack of discipline that provided more opportunities for Dungannon Swifts in dangerous free-kick situations.

While Cliftonville made three substitutions to possibly rejuvenate their squad or change their tactics, Dungannon made only two substitutions. Swifts' efficiency and accuracy played a decisive role in outperforming Cliftonville's more aggressive numbers.

Offsides were kept relatively low by both teams, with Cliftonville caught twice and the Swifts caught just once; a general reflection of the carefully executed attacking plays from both sides.

In conclusion, both teams were assertive and active in this contest but the crucial factor was the precision in front of goal. Dungannon Swifts were able to capitalize more effectively on their opportunities, thus securing their victory. The match was a clear testament to the well-known football adage: it's not about how many chances you create, but how many you convert.

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