Erzgebirge Aue secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over FC Viktoria Koln in a tightly contested 3. Liga encounter. An early goal set the tone for the home side, netting within the first 10 minutes to gain an early advantage. The ability to capitalize on early chances proved pivotal, as Aue extended their lead further into the second half, demonstrating effective finishing against a resilient Koln defense.

FC Viktoria Koln responded late in the second half, managing to pull one goal back in the 81st minute. Their increase in pressure through the latter stages resulted in a marginally higher number of corner kicks (five compared to Aue's four), reflecting a more offensive approach. However, their efforts were ultimately limited by Aue's steadfast defensive organization, which held firm to secure victory despite facing a marginally higher number of fouls and similar offsides count.

The match was marked by a staunch physical contest, with both teams accumulating a total of seven yellow cards. This high number of cautions, particularly across the second half, indicated a shift towards aggressive play as both sides vied for control. Despite this, neither team succumbed to disciplinary infractions that could have reduced their complement of players, showcasing disciplined aggression from both squads which maintained the competitive edge throughout the match.

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