Home team Substitutions 2

Away team Substitutions 2

Home team Shots on target 5

Away team Shots on target 2

Home team Shots off target 2

Away team Shots off target 3

Home team Corner kicks 3

Away team Corner kicks 2

Home team Fouls 10

Away team Fouls 11

Home team Offsides 1

Away team Offsides 1

Home team Possession (%) 55

Away team Possession (%) 45

Home team Successful passes (%) 75

Away team Successful passes (%) 65

Home team Goalkeeper saves 2

Away team Goalkeeper saves 4

On 13 May 2023 at 13:00 EEST, in the Super League, Zesco United FC took on Nkana FC at home. In a closely contested match, Zesco United FC emerged as the winner with a 1-0 victory.

Zesco United FC exhibited a solid defense throughout the game, as the team committed fewer shots off target (2 shots compared to Nkana FC's 3 shots), won more corner kicks (3 compared to 2), and made more saves (2 compared to Nkana FC's 4). Even though Zesco committed a marginally higher number of fouls (10 compared to 11), it did not attract any red or yellow card offenses - a testament to the team's disciplined display.

In the offensive department, Zesco outperformed Nkana by making a total of 5 shots on target (compared to Nkana's 2), all while maintaining higher ball possession (55% compared to Nkana's 45%). With a successful passing rate of 75%, 10% higher than Nkana's (65%), the Zesco team displayed superior technicality and control in their gameplay.

The only goal of the match came in the second half, which sealed Zesco United's win. Even though both teams made an equal number of substitutions (2 each), Zesco's strategical changes might have contributed to their win.

Despite Nkana FC's goalkeeper making more saves (4 compared to Zesco's 2), they were unable to keep a clean sheet, an area they will surely need to address in future games. Nkana's offensive efforts reflected in the number of shots off the target (3 shots against 2 of Zesco), corner kicks (2 against 3 of Zesco), and offsides (each had committed 1). However, their lack of precision in front of the goal ultimately led to their undoing.

In conclusion, Zesco United FC's superior defensive play, efficient use of ball possession, and better shooting accuracy played a vital role in securing a 1-0 victory over Nkana FC. While the margin was narrow, the match was heavily influenced by Zesco United's well-rounded, disciplined, and efficient performance. Nkana FC will need to work on the precision of their shots in future matches, to avoid coming up short.

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