Enfield Celtic 2nds welcomed Johnstown 2nds to Flomax Park on the evening of 22 August 2025, with kick-off at 8:00pm. The home side showcased a commanding performance, securing a 4-1 victory in this league encounter, much to the delight of their supporters.
The hosts lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, designed to provide both defensive solidity and attacking flair. Eoin Cross took his position in goal, while the back four comprised Jack Maher and Brandon Tait as the right and left defenders respectively, with Stephen Kane and Sean Reynolds forming the central defensive partnership. In midfield, David Borda and David Burke operated as central midfielders, tasked with controlling the tempo of the game. Ahead of them, Darragh Curtis and Sean McRedmond occupied the right and left attacking midfield roles, while Nick Foster played centrally behind the lone striker, Remi Kareem, who was expected to lead the line and convert chances into goals.
The substitutes for Enfield Celtic 2nds included Evan Treacy, Sean Mcphillips, Ashton Hughes, Daniel Burke, and Sean Kearney, providing depth and tactical options for the manager throughout the match.
The scoring opened in the 11th minute when Remi Kareem found the net, converting a cross from Darragh Curtis with his left foot from close range. This early goal set the tone for the match, as Enfield Celtic 2nds looked to assert their dominance.
However, Johnstown 2nds responded in the 36th minute, equalising with a goal from inside the box, also scored with the left foot from close range. This momentary setback did little to deter the hosts, who quickly regained their composure.
Just three minutes later, in the 39th minute, Kareem struck again, this time finishing off a short pass from Jack Maher to restore Enfield's lead. The home side went into half-time with a 2-1 advantage, buoyed by their attacking prowess.
As the second half commenced, Enfield Celtic 2nds made a tactical substitution in the 55th minute, bringing on Evan Treacy for Stephen Kane, aiming to bolster their defensive line.
In the 67th minute, David Burke received a yellow card for persistent infringements, a moment that highlighted the physical nature of the contest.
The match saw further substitutions in the 71st minute, with Sean Mcphillips and Ashton Hughes entering the fray, replacing Sean McRedmond and Darragh Curtis respectively. These changes were aimed at injecting fresh energy into the attacking play.
As the game progressed, Enfield Celtic 2nds continued to press for more goals. In the 82nd minute, Daniel Burke came on for Jack Maher, further solidifying their midfield presence.
The final substitution occurred in the 83rd minute when Sean Kearney replaced Remi Kareem, who had already made a significant impact with two goals.
Enfield Celtic 2nds sealed their emphatic victory in the closing stages, adding a fourth goal to their tally, ensuring a comprehensive win over Johnstown 2nds. The match concluded with a scoreline of 4-1, a testament to the home side's attacking flair and tactical execution throughout the encounter. David Borda's performance stood out, earning him the accolade of Player of the Match for his influential role in midfield.
