In a commanding performance at Flomax Park on 18 April 2025, Enfield Celtic secured a resounding 6-1 victory over Trim Town 1sts in their league home match. The match kicked off at 8:00pm, with referee William Cruise overseeing the proceedings as Celtic showcased their attacking prowess and tactical discipline throughout the encounter.
Enfield Celtic lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, designed to provide both defensive stability and attacking flair. Sean Coyle took his place in goal, while the back four consisted of Jack Campion and Conor Geraghty as the right and left defenders, respectively, with Nathan Kearney and Sean O'Shea forming the central defensive partnership. In midfield, Dylan McDonagh and Davey Morgan operated as central midfielders, tasked with controlling the tempo and linking play. Ahead of them, Sean McKeon and Tadhg Connolly occupied the right and left attacking midfield roles, providing width and creativity, while Dan Carolan played as the attacking midfielder, supporting lone striker Phil Conolly.
The substitutes for Enfield Celtic included Ciaran Gorman, Paul Burdett, Sean McRedmond, Jake McCreddin, and Shaun Nugent, ready to make an impact as the match unfolded.
The match began with an early setback for Enfield Celtic as Dan Carolan had to be substituted due to injury in the 8th minute, with Ciaran Gorman stepping onto the pitch to replace him. Despite this disruption, Celtic quickly found their rhythm and took control of the game.
In the 20th minute, Tadhg Connolly opened the scoring for Enfield Celtic, converting a penalty with his right foot after a foul in the box, following a precise short pass from Jack Campion. This goal set the tone for a dominant first half, with Celtic dictating play and creating numerous chances.
As the first half progressed, Trim Town struggled to contain the attacking threats posed by Celtic, who continued to press forward. The half concluded with the scoreline firmly in favour of the home side, leaving Trim Town with much to ponder during the break.
The second half commenced with Enfield Celtic looking to extend their lead, and they did just that in the 50th minute. Phil Conolly doubled the advantage, scoring with his left foot from inside the box after receiving a short pass from Ciaran Gorman, who was making an immediate impact after his introduction.
Trim Town's woes continued as Enfield Celtic maintained their relentless pressure. In the 59th minute, Paul Burdett came on for Conor Geraghty, who had also succumbed to injury. Shortly after, Sean McRedmond replaced Sean McKeon in the 61st minute, a tactical change aimed at bolstering Celtic's attacking options.
The 65th minute saw Sean McRedmond make an instant impact, scoring with a stunning right-footed strike from outside the box, assisted by Ciaran Gorman. This goal further demoralised Trim Town, who were struggling to cope with the relentless attacking play of their opponents.
In the 69th minute, Sean O'Shea received a yellow card for persistent infringements, a rare blemish on an otherwise solid defensive display. However, this did not deter Celtic, who continued to dominate proceedings.
Just a minute later, Tadhg Connolly scored his second goal of the match, converting another penalty after being fouled in the box. Phil Conolly provided the assist with a short pass, showcasing the team's cohesive attacking play.
In the 70th minute, Jake McCreddin replaced Sean O'Shea, as Celtic looked to maintain their momentum. However, Phil Conolly found himself in the referee's book in the 73rd minute for a deliberate handball, a minor setback in an otherwise stellar performance.
As the match approached its final stages, Shaun Nugent came on for Dylan McDonagh in the 76th minute, further solidifying Celtic's midfield. The scoring was capped off in the 81st minute when Phil Conolly netted his second goal of the evening, firing home from outside the box with his right foot after receiving a short pass from Sean McRedmond.
The match concluded with a comprehensive 6-1 victory for Enfield Celtic, a result that highlighted their attacking prowess and tactical superiority. Davey Morgan's performance was particularly noteworthy, earning him the accolade of Player of the Match as Celtic continued their push for league success.
