In the Finnish Cup clash between FC Haka Valkeakoski and IF Gnistan, FC Haka emerged victorious in a tightly contested 3-2 win. The home side displayed clinical finishing ability, particularly noticeable when considering they scored three goals from fewer overall attempts compared to their opponents. This efficiency in front of goal proved decisive in a match where both teams were frequently finding themselves on the score sheet.

FC Haka effectively capitalized on their set-piece opportunities, with nine corner kicks, which frequently kept the pressure on Gnistan’s defense and led directly to one of their second-half goals. However, GNistan was not lacking in attacking aggression either, gaining a slight advantage with ten corner kicks. Despite this, FC Haka’s defensive organization during these moments was resolute, thwarting multiple set-piece threats from the away side.

Disciplinary issues also played a critical role, with a total of seven yellow cards handed out, highlighting the intense nature of the match. FC Haka received four yellow cards, whereas IF Gnistan collected three. Notably, high physicality led to both teams committing a total of 19 fouls. FC Haka's ability to manage aggression effectively, while maintaining a solid game strategy, limited the potentially disruptive impact of these fouls on their match flow and helped them secure an essential victory in their cup campaign.

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