Enfield Celtic welcomed Virginia FC to Flomax Park on 5th September 2025 for an exhilarating league encounter that concluded with a scoreline of 4-2 in favour of the home side. The match kicked off at 8:00pm, with both teams eager to secure vital points in the league standings.
The hosts lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, designed to maximise their attacking potential while maintaining a solid defensive structure. Sean Coyle donned the gloves as the goalkeeper, shielded by a back four comprising Conor Geraghty and Jack Campion as right and left defenders, respectively, with Evan Treacy and Nathan Kearney occupying the central defensive roles. In midfield, Dan Carolan operated on the right, with Evan Geraghty and Dylan Mcdonagh taking up central and left midfield positions. Up front, Ethan Mcloughlin and David Borda flanked striker Cian Geraghty, who was tasked with leading the line and finding the back of the net. The substitutes available for Enfield Celtic included Sean Mckeon, Phil Conolly, and Ciaran Gorman.
The first half saw Enfield Celtic dominate possession, but it was not until the 45th minute that they broke the deadlock. Dylan Mcdonagh found the net with a deft finish inside the box, courtesy of a brilliant back heel assist from Cian Geraghty, sending the home fans into raptures just before the half-time whistle.
As the second half commenced, Enfield Celtic maintained their momentum, but the visitors, Virginia FC, began to find their rhythm. The game took a dramatic turn in the 69th minute when Virginia FC equalised with a fluke goal, catching the Enfield defence off guard. Just five minutes later, the visitors struck again, taking a surprising 2-1 lead and putting the home side under pressure.
In response to the unfolding events, Enfield Celtic made tactical substitutions in the 67th minute, bringing on Sean Mckeon for David Borda and Phil Conolly for Cian Geraghty. The changes aimed to inject fresh energy into the team as they sought to regain control of the match.
With the clock ticking, Enfield Celtic's determination shone through. In the 84th minute, Ciaran Gorman, who had just entered the fray, made an immediate impact by scoring with a well-placed shot inside the box, assisted by a precise cross from Jack Campion. This goal levelled the match at 2-2, igniting the home crowd once more.
As the game approached its final moments, Enfield Celtic continued to press forward. In the 89th minute, Evan Treacy put the home side ahead with a close-range effort, flicked in from a clever assist by Conor Geraghty. The score now stood at 3-2, and the momentum was firmly with the hosts.
In the dying embers of the match, Enfield Celtic sealed their victory with a fourth goal in the 91st minute. Phil Conolly, who had also recently come on as a substitute, found the net with a left-footed shot, following a short pass from Ciaran Gorman. The final whistle blew shortly after, confirming a thrilling 4-2 victory for Enfield Celtic.
Ciaran Gorman's impact off the bench was particularly noteworthy, earning him the accolade of Player of the Match for his decisive contributions in the latter stages of the game. This victory not only boosts Enfield Celtic's league standing but also showcases their resilience and attacking prowess, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.
