The clash between Carbrain Clarets 2011's and Lenzie 2011 at Bogside Park on 10 May 2025 ended in a dramatic 4-4 draw, with both teams showcasing their attacking prowess in a thrilling league encounter. Kick-off was at 11:30 am, and the match delivered excitement from the first whistle to the last.
The Clarets lined up in a 4-4-1-1 formation, designed to provide a solid defensive base while allowing for quick transitions into attack. Archie Edgar took his place in goal, shielded by a back four comprising Riely Brady and Jacob Thomson as left and right defenders, with Ryan Cherry and Daniel Abdulrahman forming the central defensive partnership. In midfield, Luka Alexander and Matthew Malone occupied the right and left flanks respectively, while Kai Logan and Noah Webb operated centrally. Leandro Schammas played just behind the lone striker, Mo Mostafi, who was tasked with leading the line and finishing off chances.
The substitutes for the Clarets included Aston Allison, Robert Byrne, Ruadh Greene, cebrail oner, Cole Clarets, and kyle Brice, providing depth and tactical options for the manager throughout the match.
The scoring opened in the 14th minute when Mo Mostafi unleashed a stunning long-range strike, expertly assisted by Luka Alexander, sending the home crowd into raptures. However, Lenzie responded swiftly, equalising just two minutes later, demonstrating their intent to compete fiercely.
The Clarets regained the lead in the 17th minute through Leandro Schammas, who scored a spectacular goal that left the opposition goalkeeper with no chance. Yet, Lenzie was relentless, striking back again in the 19th minute to level the match once more. The visitors then took the lead for the first time in the 30th minute, capitalising on a defensive lapse from the Clarets.
In a tactical move, the Clarets made their first substitution in the 34th minute, bringing on Robert Byrne for Riely Brady. Just a minute later, Ruadh Greene replaced Luka Alexander, followed by cebrail oner coming on for Jacob Thomson in the 35th minute, as the Clarets sought to regain control of the match.
As the teams headed into half-time at 4-2 down, the Clarets regrouped and made further changes after the break. Cole Clarets entered the fray in the 50th minute, replacing Leandro Schammas, while kyle Brice came on for Mo Mostafi in the 52nd minute, as the Clarets aimed to inject fresh energy into their attack.
Just a minute after the substitutions, Lenzie struck again in the 53rd minute with a simple tap-in, extending their lead to 4-2. However, the Clarets refused to back down, showing resilience and determination to claw their way back into the match.
Despite the uphill battle, the Clarets managed to find their rhythm and began to create chances, pushing forward in search of goals. The match continued to ebb and flow, with both teams having opportunities to score, but neither could find the back of the net again.
In a match filled with drama and excitement, the final whistle blew with the score locked at 4-4, leaving both teams to reflect on a hard-fought battle that showcased the spirit and skill of youth football. The Clarets will take heart from their ability to fight back, while Lenzie will be pleased with their performance, knowing they had the upper hand for significant portions of the game.
