In a solid performance, Darlington FC capitalized on early chances to seize control of the FA Cup tie against AFC Fylde. With a goal scored at 25:13 and another right before the first half ended at 45:17, Darlington set the tempo for the match. AFC Fylde, struggling with defensive lapses, found themselves unable to match Darlington's attacking efficiency during the opening half. Statistically, the early double strike proved vital, leaving AFC Fylde to chase the game from behind.

The second half saw a brief resurgence from AFC Fylde, scoring ten minutes in at 55:11 to reduce the deficit. However, Darlington quickly responded at 64:10, reinstating their two-goal advantage. The timing of Darlington's goals is notable, each time quelling any momentum Fylde attempted to gather. Although the away team increased their efforts, converting more aggressive tactics, they were unable to maintain offensive consistency, partly due to facing an organized Darlington defense.

Both teams demonstrated similar disciplinary records with one yellow card each and an almost identical foul count (Darlington with 12 and Fylde 11). The shared count of three corner kicks each reflects an evenly matched aspect of play in set-piece scenarios. However, Fylde's inability to capitalize on their corners further highlighted their inefficiency in challenging Darlington's disciplined defensive setup.

Offsides played a role in disrupting attacking plays, with Darlington marginally more controlled (2 offsides) compared to Fylde’s 3. This slightly better positional awareness may have contributed to Darlington's sharper attacking sequences. Ultimately, Darlington's superior finishing and timely goals, combined with a robust defensive display, underscored their overall teamwork and tactical execution, which significantly impacted the match outcome.

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