Enfield Celtic secured a convincing 3-1 victory against Parkvilla 2nds in a league encounter held at Claremont Stadium, Navan, on 10 July 2025. The match kicked off at 8:00 pm, with both teams eager to claim vital points in the league standings.
Enfield Celtic lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, designed to maximise their attacking potential while maintaining a solid defensive structure. Alex Curtis occupied the goalkeeping position, shielded by a back four consisting of Conor Geraghty on the right, Sean O'Shea and Nathan Kearney in central defence, and Jack Campion on the left. The midfield trio featured Evan Geraghty on the right, Davey Morgan in the centre, and Dylan Mcdonagh on the left, providing both creativity and support to the forward line. Up front, Cian Geraghty operated on the right wing, Tadhg Connolly on the left, and Phil Conolly as the central striker, expected to lead the line and convert chances into goals. The substitutes available for tactical changes included David Borda, Dan Carolan, Jake McCreddin, Sean McRedmond, and Nicky Foster.
The match began with an electric start, and it was Phil Conolly who opened the scoring for Enfield Celtic in the 9th minute. Receiving a short pass from Evan Geraghty, Conolly unleashed a stunning left-footed strike from outside the area, sending the ball soaring into the net and giving his side an early advantage.
As the first half progressed, Enfield Celtic maintained control, showcasing their attacking prowess while limiting Parkvilla's opportunities. The half concluded with the scoreline firmly in favour of the visitors.
The second half commenced with Enfield Celtic continuing to apply pressure, and just four minutes in, Conolly struck again. This time, he found the net in the 49th minute, converting a short pass from Dylan Mcdonagh with another precise left-footed shot, extending the lead to 2-0.
However, the match took a turn when Conor Geraghty received a yellow card for persistent infringements in the 52nd minute, putting him on notice for the remainder of the game. Despite this setback, Enfield Celtic remained resolute and made tactical substitutions to maintain their lead. In the 61st minute, David Borda replaced Cian Geraghty, followed shortly by Dan Carolan coming on for Conor Geraghty in the 64th minute.
The 66th minute saw Borda make an immediate impact, scoring Enfield's third goal with a close-range finish after receiving another short pass from Evan Geraghty. This left Parkvilla trailing 3-0 and seemingly out of contention.
Parkvilla, however, refused to back down and found a glimmer of hope in the 76th minute when they managed to score a fluke goal, reducing the deficit to 3-1. This unexpected turn of events injected some urgency into the game, prompting Enfield Celtic to tighten their defensive efforts.
As the match approached its final stages, Enfield Celtic made further substitutions to bolster their defence. Jake McCreddin replaced Sean O'Shea in the 69th minute, followed by Sean McRedmond coming on for Tadhg Connolly in the 82nd minute. The final substitution saw Nicky Foster take the place of Phil Conolly in the 84th minute, ensuring fresh legs were on the pitch as they sought to maintain their lead.
Despite Parkvilla's late goal, Enfield Celtic held firm, displaying resilience and tactical discipline. The match concluded with a 3-1 victory for Enfield Celtic, a result that showcased their attacking capabilities and solidified their position in the league. Alex Curtis, the goalkeeper, was instrumental in the victory, earning recognition for his performance throughout the match.
