Home team goalkeeper saves 10

Away team goalkeeper saves 7

Home team shots on target 11

Away team shots on target 8

Home team shots off target 8

Away team shots off target 10

Home team corner kicks 5

Away team corner kicks 3

Home team fouls 6

Away team fouls 10

Home team substitutions 3

Away team substitutions 3

Home team Offsides 2

Away team Offsides 1

The 31st May 2023 Campeonato Nacional match between Santiago de Cuba and FC La Habana witnessed a classic tug-of-war ending in a 1-1 draw.

Santiago de Cuba opened the game's goal tally, striking in the first half at the 32:42 mark. Conversely, FC La Habana equalized the match in the second half at 1:17:33. Despite the sheer number of scoring opportunities presented in the game, the scoreboard remained largely unaffected, primarily owing to outstanding performances by both goalkeepers.

The home team goalkeeper made an impressive 10 saves, while FC La Habana's keeper made 7 noteworthy saves. This shot bravura is evident in the 11 on-target shots by Santiago de Cuba and 8 by FC La Habana. However, both teams also missed a substantial number of opportunities with Santiago de Cuba and FC La Habana having 8 and 10 off-target shots respectively.

Santiago de Cuba dominated the corner kicks, recording 5 to FC La Habana's 3, thus affording them additional opportunities to apply pressure in their opponent's third. However, they were unable to fully capitalize due to the opponents’ stout defensive structure and the commendable goalkeeping skills displayed by FC La Habana's custodian.

In terms of discipline, FC La Habana had a tougher time, committing 10 fouls compared to Santiago de Cuba’s 6. Yet, due to match’s leniency, neither team was handed a yellow or a red card. Substitutions numbers equaled, with each side making 3 changes.

Offside decisions also played a marginal role in the game, Santiago de Cuba being flagged twice compared to FC La Habana’s once, slightly hindering the home side's approach play.

In conclusion, despite Santiago de Cuba's greater possession and more attacks, they were unable to convert these advantages into a victory due to FC La Habana's exemplary defensive play and good goalkeeping. On the other hand, FC La Habana's resilience and ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunity ensured they share the spoils with the home team in a match that had its competitive balance. The critical shot saves by the goalkeepers from both teams had the most significant impact on this match and determined its outcome.

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