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The NPL Queensland match between the Olympic FC and Gold Coast Knights SC, on the 24th of March, 2024 came to a decisive close with a thrilling finish favoring the impressive performance by Away team (Gold Coast Knights SC). Their strategic dominance was reflected throughout the game, echoing in their 1-0 victory against Home team (Olympic FC).

Gold Coast Knights were the only ones to find the back of the net in the second half, 51 minutes and 39 seconds into the game, marking the defining moment and the only score of the match.

One of the key factors that determined the match's outcome was the Away team's clinical corner kick execution. The Gold Coast Knights had 7 in total, significantly more than Olympic FC's modest 2. The greater number of corner kicks demonstrated the Knights' command over the game, constantly putting the home team defence under pressure. This aspect of the game played a significant role in the control over the pitch that eventually allowed Gold Coast Knights to take the match.

Discipline on either side of the pitch was tested during the match, leading to a decent share of yellow cards. The Olympic FC were shown two yellow cards, the first one appeared in the first half (31 minutes and 11 seconds into the game) and the second one in the final phase of the second half (94 minutes and 44 seconds). On the other hand, Gold Coast Knights handled the game slightly better, receiving a single yellow card at the 77 minutes 35 seconds mark, a noticeable improvement on Olympic FC's discipline.

No red cards were handed out, indicating that despite the match's intensity, the players kept a check on their actions, thus resulting no severe violations leading to sending offs.

While both teams examined each other's strategies thoroughly, the Away team's precision in exploiting shooting opportunities greatly influenced the outcome of the game. Their lead in corner kicks and the ability to utilize them were detrimental in the outcome of the game.

In conclusion, Gold Coast Knights excelled in crucial parameters such as corner kicks and discipline more effectively than Olympic FC, thus securing a well-deserved win. All in all, their strong performance, tactical discipline and decisive finishing proved to be the winning combination on the day. Olympic FC, although on the losing side, put up a formidable defence and were able to limit the goal netting to just one, despite the Knights' aggressive offense throughout the game.

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