On the 18th of December 2023, Mes Rafsanjan hosted Malavan Bander Anzali FC in a Pro League match that saw the visitors put on a dominant performance, winning the game by 4 goals to 1. This report will analyse the crucial statistics that were fundamental to the outcome of the game.

The visitors, Malavan Bander Anzali FC, commenced the game aggressively, with their first goal coming at the 36th minute of the first half. They continued their hot streak by netting another goal just five minutes later at the 41st minute. This critical opening phase of the game put Malavan Bander Anzali FC in a strong position, which set the pace for the rest of the match.

Yet the home team, Mes Rafsanjan, proved resilient, and they opened the second half with a goal within just 45 seconds, bringing the score to 1-2. This could have been a rallying point for Mes Rafsanjan, however, the away team managed to regain control by scoring two more goals at the 72nd and 89th minutes.

Besides goals, another characteristic feature of this match was its physicality, which began in the first half, with Mes Rafsanjan earning a yellow card at the 39th minute. The intensity continued into the second half, with each team receiving a yellow card at the 63rd minute. However, the discipline was a bigger problem for Mes Rafsanjan, who also accumulated a red card. This, no doubt, strained their defence and made it easier for Malavan Bander Anzali FC to extend their lead.

The effect of corner kicks in this match was negligible with Mes Rafsanjan winning two corners, and Malavan Bander Anzali FC securing one. This low tally reflects the direct and less cross-oriented style of play adopted by both teams throughout the match.

In conclusion, Malavan Bander Anzali FC's early dominance on the scoreboard, coupled with their ability to maintain discipline better than Mes Rafsanjan, were crucial in their victorious outcome. Despite Mes Rafsanjan's early goal in the second half, they were significantly disadvantaged by the red card, which strained their defence and gave their rivals room to solidify their lead. This match demonstrates the significance of early goals, discipline and tactical approach in determining match outcomes.

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