In this World Cup Europe Qualification match, Finland secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Malta, primarily due to their early offensive pressure that resulted in a crucial goal in the 37th minute of the first half. Despite Malta's effort to capitalize on set-pieces with six corner kicks, they failed to convert any into scoring opportunities, contrasting with Finland’s efficiency in front of goal with fewer offensive set-pieces.

Malta demonstrated discipline in terms of yellow cards, receiving none throughout the match, while Finland had one player booked in the 26th minute. However, Malta’s lack of caution in tackles led to a significant setback with a red card, which placed them at a numerical disadvantage and hindered their ability to mount a comeback against Finland's organized defense.

Finland's gameplay was marked by slightly higher foul rates, committing 12 fouls, which reflects their aggressive approach to disrupt Malta's passing rhythm. Despite that, their defensive discipline was evident in maintaining the offside trap successfully against Malta, who were caught offside once. Finland's ability to control the game tempo, combined with an early decisive goal, ensured that they managed the match effectively, thus clinching a vital win in the qualifiers.

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