Enfield Celtic faced off against BlackBull FC in a league home match at Flomax Park on 20 June 2025, with kick-off at 8:00pm. The home side delivered a commanding performance, securing a resounding 4-1 victory over their opponents, showcasing their attacking prowess and tactical discipline throughout the match.
Enfield Celtic lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, a setup designed to provide both defensive stability and attacking flair. Sean Coyle took his position in goal, while the back four consisted of Alex Curtis and Jack Campion as the right and left defenders, respectively, with Jake McCreddin and Sean O'Shea anchoring the central defence. In midfield, Davey Morgan and Evan Geraghty operated as central midfielders, tasked with controlling the tempo and linking play. Ahead of them, Ethan Mcloughlin and David Borda occupied the right and left attacking midfield roles, while Tadhg Connolly played centrally behind the lone striker, Ciaran Gorman, who was expected to lead the line and convert chances into goals.
The substitutes for Enfield Celtic included Sam Jordan, Sean McRedmond, Jack Maher, and Stewart Murnane, providing depth and tactical options for the manager as the match progressed.
The scoring opened in the 11th minute when Ethan Mcloughlin found the back of the net with a stunning strike from outside the area, assisted by Tadhg Connolly. Mcloughlin's right-footed effort left the BlackBull FC goalkeeper with little chance, setting the tone for a dominant first half.
As the match approached the half-time mark, Mcloughlin struck again in the 41st minute, this time converting a short pass from Ciaran Gorman inside the box. His second goal further extended Enfield Celtic's lead, demonstrating their attacking fluidity and clinical finishing.
Just before the half-time whistle, Ciaran Gorman added to the scoreline in the 45th minute, scoring from inside the box after receiving a well-placed assist from David Borda. Gorman's right-footed shot capped off a remarkable first half for Enfield Celtic, who went into the break with a commanding 3-0 lead.
After the interval, Enfield Celtic made a tactical substitution in the 54th minute, bringing on Sam Jordan for David Borda. The change aimed to maintain the momentum and control in midfield.
Just a minute later, Ciaran Gorman continued his impressive performance by scoring his second goal of the match in the 55th minute. He struck from outside the area, with Alex Curtis providing the assist. Gorman's right-footed shot showcased his ability to find the net from distance, further solidifying Enfield Celtic's dominance.
As the match progressed, Enfield Celtic made further substitutions in the 62nd minute, with Jake McCreddin replacing himself, and Sean McRedmond coming on for Tadhg Connolly. In the 72nd minute, Jack Maher entered the fray, taking the place of Alex Curtis, as Enfield Celtic looked to maintain their lead and control the game.
However, the match took a turn in the 76th minute when Jack Maher received a yellow card for persistent infringements, a moment that highlighted the physical nature of the contest as BlackBull FC sought to regain some momentum.
In the 80th minute, Stewart Murnane was introduced, replacing Alex Curtis as Enfield Celtic continued to manage their lead and maintain fresh legs on the pitch.
Despite their commanding performance, Enfield Celtic conceded a goal in the 85th minute, with BlackBull FC finally finding the net to reduce the deficit to 4-1. However, it was too little, too late for the visitors, as Enfield Celtic comfortably saw out the remainder of the match.
The final whistle confirmed a comprehensive victory for Enfield Celtic, with Ciaran Gorman earning the accolade of Player of the Match for his outstanding display, contributing significantly to the team's success with a goal and an assist. The result not only boosts Enfield Celtic's league standing but also serves as a statement of intent as they continue their campaign.
