The match between SL Benfica B and CS Maritimo was a closely contested affair, ultimately ending in a 1-2 victory for the away side, Maritimo. Maritimo’s ability to convert their chances was decisive, particularly in the second half when they scored both of their goals, showcasing their effective offensive transitions. Benfica B, despite finding the net once, struggled to break through Maritimo's defensive setup with only four corner kicks and no offsides against them, indicating a lack of penetrating runs behind the defense.

Defensively, Maritimo's performance was disciplined though not without faults, accumulating three yellow cards and conceding three corners. Their awareness to intercept potential offside traps was critical, as evidenced by the three offsides they incurred. On the other hand, Benfica B's defensive discipline came under scrutiny, picking up four yellow cards which could have disrupted their rhythm and structural solidity, contributing to Maritimo's ability to find space and time in their attacking phases.

Teamwork and tactical adjustments played a significant role, with Maritimo's slightly more aggressive approach resulting in 13 fouls compared to Benfica B's nine. This aggressive pressing likely disrupted Benfica’s build-up play. The substitution strategy and in-game management from Maritimo allowed them to maintain their energy and strategic focus through the match, capitalizing on Benfica's inability to effectively respond to their offside traps and superior conversion rate in crucial moments.

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