In a thrilling encounter at Litherland Sports Park on 3rd May 2025, Litherland Remyca Res secured a 4-2 victory against Vauxhall Motors FC Res in a league home match. The match kicked off at 2:00pm and saw both teams battling fiercely for supremacy, but it was the home side that emerged victorious, showcasing their attacking prowess and resilience.
Litherland Remyca Res lined up in a 4-1-2-3 formation, designed to provide a solid defensive base while allowing for dynamic attacking play. Ged Gustafson took his place in goal, shielded by a back four consisting of Callum Moffatt on the right, Aaron Rutherford-Spence and Michael McDonald in central defence, and John Graham on the left. Tom Carney operated as a lone central midfielder, tasked with linking play and supporting both defence and attack. Ahead of him, Joseph Forrester and Cameron Taylor occupied the right and left attacking midfield roles respectively, while Anthony Griffith, Sean Keyes, and Elliot Taylor formed a potent forward line, with Keyes leading the attack before his early substitution.
The substitutes for Litherland included Konstantinos Misios, Sam Kearney, George Maddock, and Carter Lambert, who would later play crucial roles in the match.
The home side wasted no time in asserting their dominance, with Tom Carney opening the scoring just three minutes into the match. A well-placed shot from the edge of the area found the back of the net, sending the home fans into raptures and setting the tone for an exciting afternoon.
However, the lead was short-lived as Vauxhall Motors FC Res responded with an equaliser in the 33rd minute. The visitors capitalised on a defensive lapse, slotting the ball past Gustafson to level the score at 1-1. The match was finely poised as both teams sought to gain the upper hand.
In a blow for Litherland, Sean Keyes was forced off the pitch due to injury in the 25th minute, making way for Konstantinos Misios. Shortly after, Michael McDonald also succumbed to injury, leading to Sam Kearney's introduction in the 36th minute. Despite these setbacks, Litherland remained resolute.
As the first half drew to a close, the score remained level at 1-1, with both teams having their moments but unable to find the decisive touch. The referee, Craig Andrews, signalled for half-time at the 45-minute mark, allowing both sides to regroup.
The second half saw Litherland come out with renewed vigour. In the 70th minute, Anthony Griffith was awarded a penalty after being fouled in the box. He confidently converted the spot-kick, restoring Litherland's lead at 2-1. The home side's momentum continued to build, and in the 83rd minute, Elliot Taylor added a third goal, finishing off a swift counter-attack that left the Vauxhall defence scrambling.
Griffith was not done yet; he struck again in the 87th minute, showcasing his clinical finishing to make it 4-1. The home crowd erupted in celebration, sensing a comprehensive victory.
In the dying moments of the match, Vauxhall Motors FC Res managed to pull one back, scoring in the 90th minute to reduce the deficit to 4-2. Despite this late goal, it was too little, too late for the visitors as Litherland held firm to secure the win.
As the final whistle blew, Litherland Remyca Res celebrated a well-deserved victory, with Tom Carney earning accolades for his outstanding performance. The match showcased the team's attacking flair and resilience, setting a positive tone as they look to build on this success in future fixtures.
