In a commanding display, Motherwell Villa AFC triumphed over Glasgow Wednesday with a resounding 6-0 victory in their league encounter at the Firhill Sports Complex on 10 August 2025. The match kicked off at 12:00pm, setting the stage for an impressive performance from the visitors.
Motherwell Villa lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, designed to provide both defensive solidity and attacking flair. Brendon Donnelly occupied the goalkeeping position, shielded by a back four consisting of David McMillan on the right, Ryan Kells on the left, and central defenders Alfie Coakley and Ben Mathieson. The midfield duo of Michael Third and Jey Docherty were tasked with controlling the centre of the park, while Declan Linden and Louis Beattie operated as right and left attacking midfielders respectively, supporting lone striker Jordon Armstrong.
The substitutes for the match included Aaron Brown, Connor Mitchell, Tommy Holland, Lee Howell, and Kai Conway, ready to make an impact from the bench.
The match began with an early attempt from Jordon Armstrong, who tested the Glasgow Wednesday goalkeeper just three minutes in, but his effort was saved. Armstrong continued to be a nuisance for the opposition defence, making another attempt shortly after, only to be thwarted again in the ninth minute.
Glasgow Wednesday responded with a chance of their own, but Brendon Donnelly was quick to react, making a point-blank save in the sixth minute to keep the scores level. The Motherwell Villa goalkeeper was called into action again shortly after, parrying a shot in the 24th minute before executing a full-stretch save in the 36th minute, showcasing his impressive form.
As the first half progressed, Motherwell Villa struggled to find the back of the net, with Ben Mathieson missing a chance just before the half-time whistle, sending his effort wide. The first half concluded without any goals, but the stage was set for a second-half onslaught.
The second half began with a substitution for Motherwell Villa, as Aaron Brown replaced the injured Kyle Ireland. Just two minutes later, Jordon Armstrong finally broke the deadlock, scoring with his right foot from inside the box after receiving a short pass from Brown.
The floodgates opened in the 52nd minute when Aaron Brown himself found the net, heading home from a corner delivered by Armstrong. Just two minutes later, Louis Beattie added to the tally with a stunning left-footed strike from outside the box, assisted by Declan Linden, leaving the Glasgow Wednesday defence reeling.
Motherwell Villa's dominance continued, and in the 66th minute, Aaron Brown scored his second of the match with a powerful shot from outside the area, assisted by Jey Docherty. Shortly after, Brown completed his hat-trick in the 73rd minute, tapping in from close range after a precise assist from Kai Conway.
The relentless pressure from Motherwell Villa saw them create further chances, with attempts from Kai Conway, Tommy Holland, and Louis Beattie, but none could find the net. In the dying moments of the match, Connor Mitchell capped off the scoring with a spectacular long-range direct free-kick in the 91st minute, sealing a comprehensive 6-0 victory.
The match showcased a masterclass in attacking football from Motherwell Villa, with Aaron Brown earning the Player of the Match accolade for his outstanding performance, netting three goals and providing an assist. The victory not only boosts their league standing but also sends a clear message to their rivals about their title aspirations this season.
