In the tight-margin competition of Segunda Liga, UD Oliveirense edged Leixoes SC 4-3 on 28 May 2023. While the final score reflected a one-goal difference, the statistical factors painted a complex picture of effective offense, rough play, and questionable defense on both sides.

UD Oliveirense immediately showcased their resilience after conceding a goal during the first few minutes with an impressive counterattack, scoring four consecutive goals in the first half. Their aggressive play manifested in 15 fouls and one yellow card, showing a lack of discipline that may have cost them in a closer competition.

Offensively, Oliveirense scored on 100% of their corner kick attempts, a remarkable feat showing great set-piece execution. Their communication and understanding on the field led to fewer offsides violations (1) compared to Leixoes SC, indicating better coordination in their forward movements.

Contrastingly, Leixoes SC started out strong, scoring an early goal 0-1 that set the score in motion. Despite launching more corner kicks (8), they failed to turn those chances into goals, indicating poor finishing or well-organized Oliveirense defense. They recorded fewer fouls with 11 and zero yellow cards, showcasing disciplined but perhaps less aggressive defense.

Their relentless offensive efforts paid off in the second half as they pulled two back to end the match 4-3. Lack of offsides shows their care in positioning and their understanding not to disrupt the opponent's defensive line. Even with fewer fouls committed, Leixoes SC were unable to contain Oliveirense attacks effectively.

In the end, the game was decided by Oliveirense's astonishing first-half performance and Leixoes SC's ineffective use of corner kick opportunities. Despite Leixoes SC's disciplined defense in terms of fouls and offsides, they were unable to mitigate Oliveirense's attacks. Moving forward, both teams might want to pay more attention to their on-field discipline and tactics especially on set-pieces. Despite the late comeback attempt by Leixoes SC, Oliveirense held firm to secure the win.

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