In the recent Ligue 2 match in which Guingamp hosted AS Saint-Etienne on the 4th of May 2024 at 17:00 EEST, both teams had a strong performance, leading to a close game that ended in a 2-2 draw. The data on hand provides a clear indication of some vital elements that shaped the result.

AS Saint-Etienne took an early lead in the first half with two goals at the 21st and 46th minute. This gave them a 2-0 advantage heading into halftime. Their early domination could be attributed, in part, to having had fewer offside calls than Guingamp, with the count standing at 2-offsides to 3.

However, Guingamp wasn't to be discouraged. The home team rallied during the second half, netting goals in the 66th and 83rd minutes to even the score, undeniably showcasing their resilience and the quality of their front-line.

The data also highlights the underlying game strategies for both teams. Guingamp managed more corner kicks, 6 compared to AS Saint-Etienne's 5, revealing that the home team's attacking thrust was mainly from the wings, which led to more ball displacement into the box from the flanks.

On the discipline front, AS Saint-Etienne accumulated more yellow cards than Guingamp, three to Guingamp's single one. Crucially, all three of AS Saint-Etienne's yellow cards came in the second half, suggesting a drop in their discipline as the match progressed, which may have contributed to the heightened pressure that led to Guingamp's equalizing strikes.

Moreover, Guingamp ended the game with a player sent off. Their propensity for cautionary fouls, though leading to a red card, was likely one of the tactics they used to disrupt AS Saint-Etienne' potent attacking threat, and buy themselves some time to level the proceedings.

In conclusion, this 2-2 draw was a test of resilience for Guingamp who had to make up a half-time deficit, and a tale of discipline and minor strategic failures for AS Saint-Etienne. Both teams showed prowess and purpose, but neither managed to bring home the three points.

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