In this recent match in the 1.SNL competition, FC Koper played at home against NK Olimpija Ljubljana with a final score of 2-1 in favour of the home team. To comment on the game without highlighting the considerable number of yellow cards issued would be remiss.

Overall, the total number of yellow cards went into the high single digits, with 4 for Koper and 3 for Olimpija, suggesting a highly aggressive and competitive match. This intense play could have caused disruption and loss of focus for both teams, particularly in the second half where 6 out of the seven yellow cards were issued.

Also, noteworthy is FC Koper's efficiency with their goal opportunities, as they were outperformed in corner kicks by Olimpija 5-3, yet still managed to bag a victory. This brings up an interesting paradox where, despite Olimpija's aggressive play and higher opportunities from set-pieces, they were unable to convert their efforts into tangible results.

Olimpija seemed to have slightly better control of the game, earning more corner kicks and getting better positions, yet it was Koper who managed to make the most of their situations. Besides, with Koper being caught offside once, as opposed to Olimpija not straying offside at all, it would appear the away team had better discipline in their forward lines, or perhaps the home team was just more aggressive in their pursuit of goals.

It is worth noting that FC Koper's two goals came late in the game, in the last third of the second half, but enough time apart to suggest an ability to maintain pressure and momentum, rather than scoring over a short burst. The goal by Olimpija following shortly after the second Koper goal also hints that this match was likely closely fought until the end, but ultimately, FC Koper was more effective where it mattered.

In conclusion, despite the high number of yellow cards and less control of set-piece situations, FC Koper's efficiency in taking their chances and capitalising on the opponent's missteps worked to their advantage in securing the victory. This was not a match decided by dominance, but by the effective conversion of chances into goals.

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