On 23rd August 2025, Sauchie Juniors 2011 faced off against Carbrain 2011's at Alloa Academy in a closely contested league match that ended with a scoreline of 1-2 in favour of the visitors. The match kicked off at 12:20pm and saw both teams battling fiercely for supremacy on the pitch.
Sauchie Juniors set up in a 4-4-1-1 formation, with Jamie Mitchell in goal providing a solid last line of defence. The back four comprised James Edwards and Wiktor Zylowski as right and left defenders respectively, with Kacper Serafin and Oliver Wilson anchoring the central defence. In midfield, Olly Moore and Jensen Obonyano operated on the right and left flanks, while Findlay Russell and Kaden Dunnachie formed the central partnership. Jacob McQuillan played just behind the lone striker Kornel Baczynski, who was tasked with leading the line and converting chances into goals.
The substitutes for Sauchie Juniors were not listed, but the starting eleven was keen to make an impact from the outset. The match began with both teams testing each other's defences early on.
Just four minutes in, Oliver Wilson made a crucial long pass that set the tone for Sauchie’s attacking intent. Moments later, James Edwards showcased his defensive prowess by intercepting a potential chance for Carbrain Clarets. Wiktor Zylowski followed suit with another long pass, demonstrating the Juniors' willingness to push forward.
In the seventh minute, Jensen Obonyano created a significant opportunity with a slide rule pass, but the ensuing chance was thwarted by Kacper Serafin, who made a vital clearance. However, the tide turned in the 11th minute when Carbrain Clarets struck first, scoring from outside the area, leaving Jamie Mitchell with little chance to respond. This setback was compounded just nine minutes later when the visitors doubled their lead, capitalising on a defensive lapse.
Sauchie Juniors attempted to rally, with Jensen Obonyano firing a high attempt that went off target in the 23rd minute. Kaden Dunnachie then had two attempts in quick succession, one saved and another that went wide, as the Juniors searched for a way back into the match. Kacper Serafin continued to be a defensive stalwart, making a crucial tackle in the 34th minute to prevent further damage.
As the first half drew to a close, Jamie Mitchell was called into action again, catching a cross and making a full-stretch save to keep the scoreline respectable. The whistle blew for half-time with Sauchie Juniors trailing 0-2, but they remained determined to turn the match around.
The second half began with Sauchie Juniors looking to assert themselves, and Wiktor Zylowski had an attempt saved in the 51st minute. Kaden Dunnachie was again in the thick of the action, but his efforts were thwarted by the Carbrain Clarets goalkeeper in the 62nd minute.
As the match progressed, Jamie Mitchell made a crucial interception in the 73rd minute, ensuring that Carbrain Clarets could not extend their lead. The breakthrough finally came for Sauchie Juniors in the 79th minute when Wiktor Zylowski found the back of the net from close range, assisted by a well-placed cross. This goal injected new life into the Juniors, who pushed forward in search of an equaliser.
Despite their efforts in the closing stages, Sauchie Juniors could not find the second goal they desperately needed, and the match ended with a final score of 1-2. The defeat was a bitter pill to swallow for the home side, who showed resilience but ultimately fell short against a determined Carbrain Clarets side.
