Enfield Celtic secured a commanding 5-2 victory against Baileboro 1sts in a league away match held at Flomax Park on 4th April 2025, with kick-off at 8:00pm. The match showcased a blend of skill, tenacity, and tactical prowess, culminating in a memorable performance from the visitors.
Enfield Celtic adopted a 4-3-3 formation, which allowed for a dynamic attacking style while maintaining a solid defensive structure. Chris Mckeon stood guard in goal, supported by a back four comprising Conor Geraghty and Sean Mckeon on the right and left flanks respectively, with Dylan Mcdonagh and Sean O'Shea anchoring the central defence. The midfield trio featured Davey Morgan on the right, Dan Carolan in the centre, and Evan Geraghty on the left, providing both creativity and stability. Up front, Ethan Mcloughlin and Tadhg Connolly operated as right and left forwards, with Ciaran Gorman leading the line as the central striker. The substitutes for the match included Jack Campion, Karl Murdiff, Paul Burdett, Sean Coyle, and Alex Kearney.
The match began with both teams testing each other, but it was Enfield Celtic who found themselves in the referee's book first, as Sean Mckeon received a yellow card in the 13th minute for an unspecified infringement. Just five minutes later, Dan Carolan followed suit, cautioned for persistent fouling, indicating the physical nature of the contest.
As the first half progressed, Enfield Celtic began to assert their dominance, culminating in a penalty awarded in the 38th minute. Tadhg Connolly stepped up to take the spot-kick, coolly converting it with his right foot after a short pass from Davey Morgan. However, just before the half-time whistle, Baileboro 1sts struck back unexpectedly, scoring a fluke goal from outside the box with a left-footed effort that caught the Enfield defence off guard, leaving the score at 2-1 as the teams headed into the break.
The second half commenced with immediate action, as Dan Carolan restored Enfield's two-goal cushion just a minute after the restart. He found the net with a right-footed shot from outside the area, again assisted by Davey Morgan. However, Baileboro 1sts were not finished yet; they managed to pull one back in the 55th minute with another fluke goal, this time a header from outside the box that left the Enfield defence scrambling.
Enfield Celtic responded positively, and in the 62nd minute, Ciaran Gorman extended their lead once more, scoring from inside the box with a left-footed shot, assisted by Dan Carolan. Following this goal, Enfield made a series of tactical substitutions, bringing on Jack Campion and Karl Murdiff for Sean Mckeon and Dan Carolan respectively, both in the 62nd minute.
As the match wore on, Paul Burdett replaced Conor Geraghty in the 67th minute, followed by Sean Coyle coming on for Ciaran Gorman in the 73rd minute, and Alex Kearney taking over from Davey Morgan in the 76th minute. These changes aimed to maintain the team's momentum and control the game.
In the 82nd minute, Tadhg Connolly capped off a stellar performance by scoring his second goal of the night, this time with a left-footed strike from outside the area, assisted by Evan Geraghty. This goal sealed a comprehensive 5-2 victory for Enfield Celtic, showcasing their attacking prowess and resilience throughout the match.
Referee Glen Gavigan oversaw a match filled with intensity and drama, ensuring that the game flowed despite the numerous bookings. Enfield Celtic's victory not only boosts their league standing but also highlights their potential as a formidable force in the competition.
