In a decisive UEFA Conference League Qualification encounter, FC Astana emerged victorious over FC Zimbru Chisinau with a 2-0 away win. The match was effectively decided in the first half, with Astana capitalizing early through goals at the 18th and 21st minutes. These quick successive goals put Zimbru on the back foot, and they struggled to regain control.

Despite having the advantage in corner kicks, with seven compared to Astana's three, Zimbru was unable to convert these opportunities into goals. Their inability to finish was compounded by only registering a single foul throughout the match, indicative of their passive approach. Meanwhile, Astana maintained a disciplined defensive setup, remaining statistically perfect with no fouls committed until late into the match.

The distribution of yellow cards unusually favored the home team, with Zimbru receiving two, showcasing their increased frustration and defensive lapses. In contrast, Astana's solitary yellow card came later in the second half, indicating their composure throughout. These aspects were crucial as Zimbru's lack of assertiveness contributed to their absence on the scoreboard, while Astana’s cohesive team play and tactical discipline ensured an away clean sheet.

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