Home team Fouls 12

Away team Fouls 10

Home team Shots on target 4

Away team Shots on target 7

Home team Shots off target 5

Away team Shots off target 4

Home team Saves 6

Away team Saves 3

Home team Offsides 1

Away team Offsides 2

Home team Corner kicks 8

Away team Corner kicks 4

Home team Goals 1

Away team Goals 2

Home team Assists 1

Away team Assists 2

Home team Substitutions 3

Away team Substitutions 2

The game between Cove Rangers FC and Montrose FC on 21 October 2023 ended in a 2-1 victory for Montrose FC. The data indicates that, although Cove Rangers had more possession as indicated by the number of corner kicks, Montrose FC made better use of their opportunities.

Possession might not have directly dictated the outcome of the match, yet it was the away team that proved more clinical. Although Cove Rangers had four shots on target and five off, they could only convert once. Montrose FC, however, managed to find the back of the net twice from their seven on-target attempts, effectively showcasing their superior finishing skill on the day.

Both teams showed comparable discipline with the home team committing 12 fouls and the away team committing 10. Interestingly, even though the game had its fair share of physicality, the match was free of any cards, indicating good control over aggression by both teams.

In terms of defensive capabilities, Cove Rangers managed six saves which was twice as many as Montrose FC. However, this also indicates that the home team faced more shots on their goal, reflecting a pressure from the visiting team.

Offside calls were minimal for both teams, indicating a keen eye and careful positioning from the attackers. The away team had slight edge having managed to catch the home team's defenders offside once more.

Substitutions made by the home and away teams were strategic, with Cove Rangers opting for an additional change. However, the data does not reveal the full impact of these changes on the outcome of the match.

The match ultimately came down to the efficient utilisation of chances, where Montrose FC outperformed their hosts. Their ability to covert their on-target shots into goals ultimately proved to be the decisive factor. This factor, coupled with the apparent pressure they applied on the home team as indicated by the number of saves made by the latter, rewarded Montrose FC with a well-earned away victory. The result and defensive resilience by both teams highlights the exciting and competitive nature of the League One competition.

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