This Copa Libertadores match on June 28, 2023, between Fluminense and Sporting Cristal finished with a draw, at 1-1. Fluminense opened the scoring relatively early, 22:05 into the game, though Sporting Cristal managed to even the score a little over 14 minutes later, keeping the standings tied once the final whistle blew.

Sporting Cristal’s performance was tainted by their lack of discipline. They earned an alarming five yellow cards, three of which in the second half - a situation that could have potentially decreased their number of active players on the pitch. Despite the increasing numbers of fouls committed by Sporting Cristal, Fluminense were unable to capitalize as their performance remained as is with just 2 yellow cards. Adding more salt to Sporting Cristal's wounds, they failed to gain a strategic advantage by forcing offsides, while Fluminense managed to impose two offsides, showing their adept game read and defensive line coordination.

As per set pieces, Fluminense capitalized on six corner kicks which marginally exceeded Sporting Cristal’s four. This could have been a critical gamechanger had Fluminense converted these opportunities into goals. However, despite having more corner kicks, neither team was able to use them to a substantial advantage as there were no direct goals scored from these corners.

The match ended without any red card incidents, which, considering the number of yellow cards, especially for Sporting Cristal, indicates good damage control from both sides. Players managed to adjust their game and avoid turning cautionary cards into dismissals.

Overall, this resulted in a match with balanced scoring but largely varied disciplinary records and minor differences in corner kicks and offsides. Despite a vigorous battle, neither side managed to tip the scales and secure a decisive victory, leaving them with shared points on the Copa Libertadores tournament table. A measured improvement in discipline from Sporting Cristal and conversion of set-piece opportunities from Fluminense could have potentially altered the outcome of this match.

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