In the Liga 1 match between FC Hermannstadt Sibiu and FC Universitatea Cluj on 28 February 2023, the decisive factor was Universitatea Cluj's early goal, scored at the 9:58 mark of the first half. This early lead set the tone for the rest of the match, allowing Cluj to manage the game effectively, largely focusing on defense while occasionally threatening on the counter-attack.

FC Hermannstadt Sibiu struggled with discipline throughout the match, accumulating a total of five yellow cards by the end, three of which were in the first half. This lack of composure affected their ability to maintain consistent pressure and construct effective attacking plays. Moreover, their frequent fouling (15 fouls to Cluj's 10) disrupted the flow of their game, further hamstringing their offensive efforts.

In terms of opportunities, both teams had their chances, with Hermannstadt taking five corner kicks compared to Cluj's six. However, Hermannstadt was unable to convert any of these set-piece opportunities into goals, illustrating their inefficiency in front of goal. Additionally, Cluj managed to stay more organized at the back, only getting caught offside once compared to Hermannstadt’s two offside infractions.

Hermannstadt showed aggression and urgency during the match but failed to translate this into scoring opportunities. Despite having slightly more corner kicks and off-target shots, their inability to capitalize on these moments, coupled with frequent fouling and yellow cards, highlighted their struggles in maintaining composure and structure under pressure. Meanwhile, Cluj’s disciplined defending and tactical acumen after taking the lead ultimately secured their 1-0 victory.

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