In the tightly contested match, FK Kauno Zalgiris secured a narrow 1-0 victory over DFK Dainava, thanks to an early goal scored in the 25th minute of the first half. The goal, being the only one in the match, highlights the clinical nature of FK Kauno Zalgiris, who capitalized effectively on their chances. Despite the early setback, DFK Dainava struggled to break down a well-organized FK Kauno Zalgiris defense throughout the remaining game time.

DFK Dainava was relatively disciplined, considering their lower foul count at five compared to FK Kauno Zalgiris' seven. However, the two yellow cards they received in the second half suggested a lack of composure as frustration grew in their attempts to level the score. Interestingly, FK Kauno Zalgiris managed to avoid any bookings, which is indicative of their controlled aggression and tactically disciplined approach.

Corner kicks were few and far between, with DFK Dainava having two and FK Kauno Zalgiris three, showing that neither team dominated offensive set-pieces. The level of offsides mirrored the closely fought nature of the match too, with DFK Dainava caught offside once and FK Kauno Zalgiris three times, pointing to the away team's propensity to push DFK Dainava’s defensive line. This offsides imbalance suggests that FK Kauno Zalgiris had a more proactive attack, which may have led directly to their goal success.

In sum, FK Kauno Zalgiris's early goal created a platform that they were able to defend solidly for the rest of the match. DFK Dainava’s inability to capitalize on set-pieces and their relative lack of offensive penetration were key factors in their failure to get back into the game, alongside the away team's defensive discipline and avoidance of cards, which might have disrupted their stability.

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