In a commanding display at K-Park on 30 August 2025, EKFC 09s Gold triumphed over Lenzie YC with a resounding 5-0 scoreline. The match, which kicked off at 10:40 am, showcased the home side's attacking prowess and solid defensive organisation, leaving their opponents struggling to find any rhythm throughout the encounter.
EKFC 09s Gold lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation, designed to provide both defensive stability and attacking flexibility. Christopher Wright took his position in goal, while a back four comprised of Steve Graham on the right, Matthew Henderson and Max Graham in central defence, and Mark McGuiness on the left formed a solid defensive unit. Andrew Hall played as the lone central midfielder, tasked with linking play between defence and attack. The attacking midfield trio featured Alfie Hall on the right, Callum Kerr in the centre, and Stephen Orr on the left, with Shay Christie leading the line as the striker. The substitutes for the match included Josh Gales, Daniel Friel, and Kenneth Traynor.
The scoring opened early in the match when Stephen Orr found the net in the 10th minute, converting a well-placed cross from Steve Graham. This goal set the tone for the rest of the match, as EKFC 09s Gold quickly established their dominance. Just ten minutes later, Shay Christie doubled the lead, finishing off a clever flick from Matthew Brown inside the box with a precise right-footed shot.
Christie was not done yet; he struck again in the 24th minute with a stunning effort from outside the box, courtesy of a header assist from Mark McGuiness. This goal, described as a "screamer," left the Lenzie YC defence reeling and put EKFC 09s Gold firmly in control with a 3-0 lead before the half-time break.
In the 29th minute, a substitution was made as Josh Gales replaced Andrew Hall due to injury, but the home side continued to press forward. The first half concluded with EKFC 09s Gold firmly in command, leading 3-0.
The second half saw tactical changes from EKFC 09s Gold, with Andrew Hall re-entering the fray in place of Shay Christie in the 61st minute. The substitutions continued as Daniel Friel came on for Matthew Brown and Kenneth Traynor replaced Callum Kerr, both in the 70th minute, as the home side looked to maintain their momentum.
Matthew Henderson added to the scoreline in the 75th minute, converting a penalty with confidence after a foul in the box, bringing the tally to 4-0. The final goal of the match came in the 87th minute when Alfie Hall finished off a long pass from Daniel Friel, slotting the ball home with his right foot from inside the box, sealing a comprehensive 5-0 victory for EKFC 09s Gold.
The match was officiated by Kevin McManus, who ensured the game flowed smoothly as EKFC 09s Gold showcased their attacking flair and defensive solidity, leaving Lenzie YC with little to show for their efforts. This emphatic win not only highlights the strength of EKFC 09s Gold but also sets a high standard for their upcoming fixtures in the league.
