Home team Shots on Target 6

Away team Shots on Target 4

Home team Shots off Target 9

Away team Shots off Target 7

Home team Goal Keeper Saves 3

Away team Goal Keeper Saves 6

Home team Corner Kicks 6

Away team Corner Kicks 4

Home team Fouls 12

Away team Fouls 10

Home team Substitutions 3

Away team Substitutions 2

Home team Offsides 2

Away team Offsides 1

In the NIFL Premiership encounter between Ballymena United and Larne FC, Larne managed a narrow 1-0 victory over the home side. Digging deeper into the stats shows that there were some crucial components that determined the outcome of the match.

Ballymena United, despite being down a goal, showed some aggressive play, firing off more shots than their opponents. With a total of 6 shots on target and 9 shots off target, Ballymena United clearly had control in terms of creating chances, but were off the mark when it came to netting them. On the other hand, Larne FC managed to turn one of their 4 shots on target into the match-winning goal. Notably, Larne's goalkeeper performed impressively, making 6 key saves that ensured the victory for the away team, in contrast with Ballymena United's goalkeeper who made only 3 saves.

In terms of discipline, both teams demonstrated a fair bit of restraint. There were no red or yellow cards issued in the game—an indicator of good sportsmanship—as both teams drew a clean slate.

Ballymena United proved to be a bit more strategic on the field, winning 6 corner kicks compared to Larne's 4. However, the home team's inability to convert these into goals had a tangible impact on the final result.

Ballymena were also more desperate in their approach, as indicated by their higher foul count and more frequent offsides. This attitude further translated to their tactical substitutions as they used all three of their allowed changes in an attempt to shift the momentum of the game.

All these statistics combined cast Larne FC's victory as a testament to efficient football, characterized by fewer attempts at goal and superior goalkeeping, rather than an aberration. This game is a true lesson that it's not always about having the most chances, but making the most of the chances you get.

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