Home team Shots on target 3

Away team Shots on target 4

Home team Shots off target 2

Away team Shots off target 1

Home team Goalkeeper saves 3

Away team Goalkeeper saves 3

Home team Corner kicks 5

Away team Corner kicks 2

Home team Fouls committed 10

Away team Fouls committed 12

Home team Substitutions 3

Away team Substitutions 2

Home team Offsides 1

Away team Offsides 0

In the National First Division match between Venda FA and Baroka FC on 08 October 2023, a tight contest ensued where both the teams showcased formidable performance. However, it was Baroka FC who walked home with a narrow 1-0 victory.

Although Venda FA committed more shots in total, with 3 on target and 2 off target, compared to Baroka FC's total of 5 shots, they were unable to convert this into goals. This can be attributed to both their faulty precision considering their 2 shots off target and a commendable performance from Baroka FC's goalkeeper who managed to save all 3 on-target shots from Venda FA.

On the other hand, Baroka FC used their shots more effectively. They managed 4 shots on target and 1 off target, and one of these on-target shots resulted in the solitary goal of the match. This exhibits their better precision and use of opportunities despite having fewer shots than Venda FA.

The match depicted a competitive tussle considering the fouls committed, where Venda FA committed 10 fouls and Baroka FC committed 12. However, it is worth noting that neither team earned any yellow or red cards, suggesting a well-disciplined demonstration of the game from both ends.

Despite losing, Venda FA showcased superior control in the game while considering the number of corner kicks, having earned 5 as opposed to Baroka FC’s 2. In addition, they made more substitutions - 3 versus Baroka’s 2 - hinting at more attempts to bring in game-changers or fresh legs, but these changes didn't prove effective.

To sum it up, the key factor that influenced the match result was the effectiveness of converting opportunities into goals. While Venda FA dominated in areas of the game with greater possession and more corner kicks, Baroka FC managed to capitalise on their accurate shots on goal, thus proving more efficient in scoring and defending. Their efficient use of shooting opportunities and firm defensive play crowned them victorious in this closely fought encounter.

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