On the Ykkonen competition held on 13 April 2024, KPV Kokkola hosted Rovaniemen PS and came out on top by a slight margin, finishing the game with a 2-1 victory. The outcome was largely determined by their outstanding performance in the first half wherein they managed to solidify their lead early by scoring two goals- first at 19:31, then at 31:11.
Although Rovaniemen PS made an effort to counter-attack and scored their only goal at 41:36 in the first half, they could not bridge the gap in the scoreline maintained by KPV Kokkola. Statistically, Rovaniemen PS seemed to be more assertive in their attacking stance, garnering a total of 7 corner kicks compared to 5 from KPV Kokkola. However, the precision and effectiveness that Kokkola displayed yielded more results when it came to goals.
In terms of disciplinarian issues, both teams received two yellow cards each with the first cards of both teams being awarded in the first half. But for KPV Kokkola, their player getting carded did not affect their momentum in securing their early lead.
The offside statistics provide an interesting insight into the game strategies with KPV Kokkola having committed 5 offsides, significantly more than that of Rovaniemen PS which was only 3. This could suggest attempts of aggressive penetrative playing from Kokkola, pushing forward into the Rovaniemen PS territory that further exerted pressure on their defence.
In summary, the match showcased KPV Kokkola's productive first-half performance, high offside rate, and resilience in maintaining their lead despite having equal yellow cards as Rovaniemen PS. Despite Rovaniemen PS having more corner kicks, it did not result in equal dominance on the scoreboard.
The standout elements impacting the match outcome were surely KPV Kokkola's early goal advantage, combined with their aggressive strategy. Rovaniemen PS's attempt at a comeback, despite netting a goal, couldn't alter the dominant hold exerted by KPV Kokkola on the game, sealing their 2-1 victory. This retrospective analysis should prove useful for bettors by highlighting the importance of factors such as early goal advantage and ongoing aggressive tactics on match outcomes.
| Win | 3-2 | KPV Kokkola vs PK Keski-Uusimaa | |
| Draw | 1-1 | Vasa IFK vs KPV Kokkola | |
| Win | 3-1 | KPV Kokkola vs FC Vaajakoski | |
| Win | 2-1 | KPV Kokkola vs Rovaniemen PS | |
| Win | 3-1 | KPV Kokkola vs JJK Jyvaskyla |
| Lose | 0-1 | Rovaniemen PS vs Klubi 04 | |
| Draw | 0-0 | Atlantis FC Helsinki vs Rovaniemen PS | |
| Lose | 2-3 | Rovaniemen PS vs JJK Jyvaskyla | |
| Lose | 2-1 | KPV Kokkola vs Rovaniemen PS | |
| Win | 1-0 | Rovaniemen PS vs Turun Palloseura |
| Home game | KPV Kokkola | 2 | 1 | Rovaniemen PS | Away game | Ykkonen | |
| Away game | KPV Kokkola | 3 | 3 | Rovaniemen PS | Home game | Ykkonen | |
| Home game | KPV Kokkola | 1 | 1 | Rovaniemen PS | Away game | Ykkonen | |
| Away game | KPV Kokkola | 1 | 2 | Rovaniemen PS | Home game | Finnish Cup | |
| Home game | KPV Kokkola | 4 | 1 | Rovaniemen PS | Away game | Veikkausliiga |
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