The Welsh Cup match between Haverfordwest County and Llanelli AFC concluded with a decisive 2-0 victory for the visitors. Llanelli AFC's early goal, scored at the 42:15 mark of the first half, set the tone for the match. Establishing an early lead allowed Llanelli to dictate the tempo and apply strategic pressure on their opponents. Haverfordwest’s failure to equalize before the break appeared to have sapped their momentum and morale, reducing their effectiveness in front of goal.

Statistically, both teams showed discipline in terms of fouls, with only four yellow cards in total—three for the home team and one for the visitors. This more aggressive style of play from Haverfordwest might have been an attempt to disrupt Llanelli's rhythm but arguably backfired, resulting in a lack of cohesive play from the hosts as the match progressed. Llanelli's only yellow card suggests they maintained a more composed approach, focusing on their gameplay and tactical arrangement rather than reacting hastily to pressure.

The corner kick count was relatively even, with Haverfordwest earning four to Llanelli's three, demonstrating fairly balanced attacking efforts in terms of set-piece opportunities. However, Haverfordwest could not capitalize on these chances, which suggests a lack of precision in execution. Llanelli’s defence was disciplined, with no offsides, and the ability to keep Haverfordwest from converting corners was key to their effective defensive strategy. The second goal scored at 78:25 by Llanelli fortified their dominance, showcasing their ability to convert sporadic chances effectively.

Ultimately, teamwork and defensive discipline marked the difference. Llanelli AFC displayed a stronger cohesion and tactical efficacy, limiting Haverfordwest's attacking opportunities and capitalizing on theirs. Their ability to maintain shape under pressure and break the home team’s defensive line twice was indicative of superior strategic planning and execution. While Haverfordwest showed potential in creating set-piece opportunities, their lack of clinical finishing and inability to unlock Llanelli’s solid defence defined the outcome.

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