The match between SBV Excelsior and ADO Den Haag ended with a narrow victory for the home team, thanks to a solitary goal in the second half. The pivotal moment came at 1:27:30 when Excelsior managed to break the deadlock. This goal was crucial, especially considering the overall lack of attacking conversion from both sides throughout the match. Excelsior's ability to capitalize on their chances, despite limited goal-scoring opportunities, was a significant factor in securing the win.

Excelsior's superior corner kick count, with five compared to Den Haag's single corner, illustrates their consistent pressure on Den Haag's defense. However, this did not translate into a high volume of goals, indicating a prevalent issue with converting set pieces into goals. Despite this, their set-piece strategies and ability to maintain offensive pressure proved advantageous in creating the winning opportunity.

Team discipline and foul management also played a critical role in the match's outcome. Excelsior committed ten fouls, substantially more than Den Haag's five, demonstrating aggressive play. However, the away side failed to leverage this by gaining additional attacking momentum. Den Haag's yellow card at 57:27, followed by two quick successive bookings for Excelsior in the 78th and 79th minutes, could have been pivotal in shifting the game's dynamics but ultimately didn't change Den Haag's defensive setup or offensive thrust. The careful handling of the closing stages by Excelsior allowed them to preserve their lead and secure a valuable three points.

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