In an exhilarating game between CSU Alba Iulia and ACF Metalurgistul Cugir 1939 in the Romanian Cup, the home team came from behind to claim a 4-3 victory. The statistical data showcases the ups and downs of the match and how the home side’s resilience proved pivotal.

Visitors ACF Metalurgistul Cugir 1939 got off to a fast start, scoring two goals in the first half, within a little over 12 minutes of each other. However, they failed to maintain their dominance. Despite being two goals down, CSU Alba Iulia showed substantial character, making a dramatic comeback scoring four goals - two of which came in the extra time period.

CSU Alba Iulia received more yellow cards (four compared to ACF Metalurgistul Cugir 1939's two) during regular time, indicating a battle-filled match where discipline had seemingly dipped. Moreover, the home side also saw themselves down to 10 men with a red card. This shows their relentless attitude as they fought back despite being a man down.

While ACF Metalurgistul Cugir 1939 won more corners - they had eight corners compared to CSU Alba Iulia's two - they were unable to capitalize on these opportunities. This goes to show that despite the away side having more set-piece opportunities, the home team’s defensive organisation and goalkeeping seemed superior.

The home team’s comeback can be attributed to their strong second half and overtime performance which outweighed their disciplinary record and the away team's command in creating set-piece opportunities. Their ability to rally and succeed, despite being on the back foot for parts of the game, would have boosted their confidence.

In conclusion, while the match was fraught with challenges and heightened tension, CSU Alba Iulia's undeterred spirit and successful goal conversion made the difference. The home team's performance against ACF Metalurgistul Cugir 1939 demonstrates the unpredictability of football - a game where, ultimately, goals matter more than any other statistic.

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