In the Romanian Cup match on 16th August 2023 between SCM Zalau and CS Minaur Baia Mare, a stunning team performance and statistical superiority paved the way for a decisive 5-1 victory for the home team, SCM Zalau.

SCM Zalau opened the scoring early in the first half at 7 minutes and 6 seconds, setting them on the front foot. However, CS Minaur Baia Mare swiftly retaliated with their own goal at 46 minutes and 29 seconds, taking the teams into halftime with a level score of 1-1. However, the second half was entirely dominated by SCM Zalau. In a striking display of their offensive capabilities, they conquered the half, scoring four unanswered goals at 56 minutes and 27 seconds, 1 hour 15 minutes and 52 seconds, 1 hour 16 minutes and 59 seconds, and finally, at 1 hour 24 minutes and 56 seconds.

SCM Zalau's advantage was also seen by their greater utilization of set-pieces - they won 6 corner kicks compared to CS Minaur Baia Mare's 3, potentially offering more chances for goal-scoring opportunities. Moreover, notably, SCM Zalau exhibited outstanding discipline as shown by the total absence of any fouls and yellow cards, compared to CS Minaur Baia Mare's 4 fouls and 4 yellow cards. This may have contributed to a psychological edge and overall superior game management from Zalau.

CS Minaur Baia Mare's discipline, or rather the lack of it, was a significant contributing factor to their downfall. The four yellow cards they received, all in the second half, may very well have affected their gameplay. Remarkably, two of these were given in quick succession at 1 hour 12 minutes and the fourth yellow card was received just before the home team scored their third goal, which may have boosted the home side's determination and hurt the away side's morale.

In terms of offside infractions, there were a couple of instances by CS Minaur Baia Mare, while SCM Zalau maintained a clean sheet in this regard, again emphasizing their tactical superiority throughout the game.

In conclusion, it was the dominance in goal scoring, better usage of set pieces, and exemplary discipline shown by SCM Zalau that significantly determined the 5-1 victory against CS Minaur Baia Mare. Conversely, CS Minaur Baia Mare will undeniably need to revisit their discipline and tactical approach ahead of their upcoming matches.

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