In an exhilarating league encounter at the Simpson Ground 3G on 6th September 2025, Litherland Remyca Res showcased their attacking prowess, defeating South Liverpool Res with a commanding scoreline of 5-2. The match, which kicked off at 3:15pm, was officiated by referee Louis Colaco, who maintained control throughout the contest.
Litherland Remyca Res lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, designed to provide both defensive stability and attacking flair. Josh Cockrey took his position in goal, while the back four consisted of George Maddock on the right, Michael McDonald and Michael Weldon as central defenders, and Josh Rice on the left. In front of them, the double pivot featured Callum Moffatt and Konstantinos Misios, tasked with controlling the midfield. The attacking trio comprised Thomas Frost on the right, Rhys Madu on the left, and Ben Furlong in the central attacking role, supporting lone striker Joseph Forrester.
The substitutes for Litherland included Owen Stafford, Paul Cliff, Youngin Song, and Mikail Basanmay, who would later play pivotal roles as the match unfolded.
The match began with South Liverpool Res taking an early lead in the 19th minute, catching Litherland off guard and putting them on the back foot. However, the response from Litherland was swift and decisive. Thomas Frost equalised in the 33rd minute, finding the net with a well-placed shot that ignited the spirits of his teammates. Just before half-time, Rhys Madu added to the tally, scoring in the 40th minute to give Litherland a 2-1 lead as they headed into the break.
After the interval, Litherland continued to press their advantage. Ben Furlong, who was proving to be a constant threat, scored his first goal of the match in the 53rd minute, extending the lead to 3-1. The momentum shifted further when South Liverpool faced a setback, receiving a red card in the 62nd minute for offensive language and gestures, leaving them with ten men.
Despite being a man down, South Liverpool managed to pull one back in the 65th minute, narrowing the deficit to 3-2 and reigniting hopes of a comeback. However, Litherland quickly quelled any resurgence with another goal from Furlong in the 74th minute, restoring a two-goal cushion.
As the match progressed, Litherland made tactical substitutions to maintain their lead. Owen Stafford replaced Thomas Frost in the 67th minute, followed by Paul Cliff coming on for Callum Moffatt due to injury in the 76th minute. The substitutions proved effective, as Furlong completed his hat-trick in the 80th minute, bringing the score to 5-2.
In the closing stages, Litherland made further changes, with Youngin Song replacing Rhys Madu in the 83rd minute and Mikail Basanmay coming on for Joseph Forrester in the 85th minute, ensuring fresh legs as they saw out the match.
The final whistle confirmed a resounding victory for Litherland Remyca Res, with Ben Furlong earning the accolade of Player of the Match for his outstanding performance, scoring three goals and leading his side to a comprehensive win. The result not only boosts Litherland's confidence but also sets a strong precedent for the remainder of the season.
