Once Caldas emerged victorious against Atletico Bucaramanga with a 2-1 win in their recent Primera A encounter. The match saw Once Caldas take the lead with a first-half goal at the 48th minute, followed by a second goal early in the second half. This positioned the home team in a commanding position. Atletico Bucaramanga responded with a goal in the 82nd minute but failed to capitalize on their numerous attacking opportunities.

Atletico Bucaramanga dominated in terms of corner kicks, securing nine compared to Once Caldas' single corner. Despite this, they were unable to break down the home team’s defense effectively, highlighting an inefficiency in converting set-pieces into tangible scoring chances. Meanwhile, Once Caldas demonstrated clinical finishing by converting their limited opportunities into two goals, showcasing superior efficiency in front of goal.

Disciplinary issues also played a crucial role in shaping the match's outcome. Both teams received two yellow cards each, but Atletico Bucaramanga suffered a major setback with a red card. This left them a player down in the crucial stages of the second half, limiting their capacity to stage a full comeback. Once Caldas managed to maintain composure and discipline, avoiding any red cards despite accumulating two yellows, which allowed them to see out the win and secure all three points.

Offside decisions marginally impacted the flow, with Once Caldas being caught offside twice compared to Atletico Bucaramanga's single infringement. The match's narrative largely revolved around Atletico Bucaramanga's lack of conversion from set-piece situations and Once Caldas’ ability to exploit their limited chances effectively. These elements were ultimately decisive in the home team's favor, showcasing a clear contrast in performance efficiency between the two squads.

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