Home team Corner kicks 5

Away team Corner kicks 3

Home team shots on target 5

Away team shots on target 8

Home team goalkeeper saves 3

Away team goalkeeper saves 4

Home team shots off target 2

Away team shots off target 2

Home team Possession 44%

Away team Possession 56%

Home team Fouls 10

Away team Fouls 8

Home team Offsides 2

Away team Offsides 1

Home team Passes 412

Away team Passes 482

Home team Key passes 7

Away team Key passes 15

Home team Substitutions 3

Away team Substitutions 3

In the Copa Sudamericana match that took place on 8th May 2024, Independiente Medellin showed a dominant performance against Universidad Cesar Vallejo with a resounding 5-1 victory.

The major differentiator in this match was Independiente's superior attacking efficiency. They managed 56% of possession and executed 482 passes, contrastingly better than Universidad's 44% possession and 412 passes. This dominance in ball control directly translated into greater goal-scoring opportunities for Independiente, as evident from their 15 key passes compared to just seven from Universidad.

While both teams made an equal number of substitutions, Independiente was significantly more clinical with their shooting which eventually resulted in more goals. Out of their total eight shots on target, five found the back of the net, indicating a high conversion rate. Universidad, on the other hand, managed only one goal from their five shots on target, underpinning their struggles up front.

The lack of goalkeeping excellence from the home side also played a part in the final scoreline. Despite having to make fewer saves than Independiente's goalie, the home team’s goalkeeper was unable to keep the away team at bay, thus conceding five goals.

Defensively, Universidad had struggled too. They committed more fouls (10) indicating defensive pressures and challenges in containment. They also conceded more corner kicks (5 vs. 3), providing Independiente with increased set-piece opportunities.

Lastly, despite only two offsides from Universidad compared to only one from Independiente, the former's inability to convert those offensive strategies into productive outcomes highlighted their tactical deficiencies on the pitch.

In conclusion, Independiente Medellin's superior control, attacking efficiency, and defensive discipline were the vital factors in securing their comprehensive win over Universidad Cesar Vallejo.

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