In a closely contested Super Lig match, Konyaspor emerged victorious over Istanbul Basaksehir with a 3-2 win. The home team showed early domination by scoring the first goal in the 32nd minute, setting a tone for the opening half. Despite holding the lead, Konyaspor conceded a late first-half equalizer, demonstrating a momentary lapse in concentration. This equalizer could have shifted the momentum had it not been for Konyaspor’s immediate retaliation early in the second half.

Konyaspor's resurgence after the break was pivotal, seeing them score just minutes into the second half and establishing control. Their ability to capitalize on opportunities, evidenced by a robust conversion of limited corner kicks, was a testament to their efficiency. Konyaspor's third goal came as a critical cushion, which helped buffer against the late pressure applied by Basaksehir, who managed a second goal but could not fully come back.

Discipline played a significant role, with a higher number of yellow cards for Konyaspor, particularly in the second half. Although they maintained composure to avoid red cards, this aggressive playstyle reflects both their defensive pressure and perhaps a necessity to compensate for midfield gaps. Notably, the home team stayed offside more frequently, indicating a tendency for aggressive forward positioning, which was effectively countered by Basaksehir’s defence to some extent.

Basaksehir, though efficient at containing Konyaspor's advances and staying disciplined, with only one yellow card, struggled to transform corner kick opportunities into goals. Their inability to convert pressure into points ultimately contributed to their narrow defeat despite equal fouls and a disciplined defensive setup, being more potent in retaining possession but falling short at crucial moments that defined the outcome of this tightly matched game.

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