Dumbarton Riverside 2012s 2 vs 3 Parkmoor FC 2012

In an exhilarating cup tie at East End Park on 26 October 2024, Dumbarton Riverside 2012s faced off against Parkmoor FC 2012, ultimately succumbing to a narrow defeat with a final score of 2-3. The match kicked off at 8:30 am, setting the stage for a fiercely contested battle.

Dumbarton Riverside lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation, designed to provide a solid defensive base while allowing for attacking fluidity. Louis Brown took his place in goal, shielded by a back four comprising Nathan Paton on the right, Jamie Broad and Tyler McArdle in central defence, and Ben Harkins on the left. Daniel Smith played as the lone central midfielder, tasked with linking defence and attack, while the attacking midfield quartet featured Josh Ellingham on the right, Donald Gallacher in the centre, Harry Robertson on the left, and Lewis Carmichael supporting the lone striker, Hunter Burns.

The substitutes for Dumbarton Riverside were not listed, leaving the starting eleven to carry the burden of the match.

The game began with Parkmoor FC asserting their dominance early on, scoring their first goal in the 10th minute. This early setback rattled Dumbarton Riverside, who struggled to regain their composure. Just eleven minutes later, Parkmoor struck again, doubling their lead in the 21st minute with a well-executed move that left the Dumbarton defence exposed.

As the match progressed, Parkmoor continued to apply pressure, and in the 31st minute, they found the net for a third time, leaving Dumbarton Riverside in a precarious position as they headed into half-time trailing 0-3. The first half concluded with Dumbarton Riverside needing a significant turnaround to salvage the match.

The second half saw a renewed determination from Dumbarton Riverside, and they made their mark just after the break. In the 45th minute, Daniel Smith scored a stunning solo goal, receiving a long pass from Lewis Carmichael before unleashing a powerful shot from outside the box that found the back of the net. This goal ignited hope among the home supporters and players alike.

However, the momentum was briefly halted when Harry Robertson received a yellow card in the 59th minute, a moment that could have disrupted the flow of the game. Yet, Dumbarton Riverside pressed on, and in the 63rd minute, Donald Gallacher added another goal to their tally, scoring from long range with a precise strike using his right foot.

Despite their valiant efforts and a spirited comeback, Dumbarton Riverside could not find the equaliser, and the match concluded with a score of 2-3 in favour of Parkmoor FC. The home side's performance showcased resilience and determination, but ultimately, they fell short against a well-organised Parkmoor team.