Greenock HSFP Black Edge Thrilling 5-3 Win At Overlee Playing Fields

Greenock HSFP Black travelled to Overlee Playing Fields on 25 October 2025 for a 10:00am kick-off in a fiercely contested cup away match against Carolside SC. The 80-minute encounter, overseen by referee Evan Morgan, ended in a 5-3 victory for Greenock HSFP Black in an entertaining and high-scoring affair.

Deploying a 4-3-3 formation, Greenock HSFP Black set up with Liam Shambach in goal, protected by a back four comprising Ben O'Brien at right back, Lyle Buchan and Jay Kane as central defenders, and Robert Miller on the left. The midfield trio featured Zack Fyfe on the right, Sam Lyons centrally, and Kieran Boyd on the left, tasked with both defensive duties and supporting the attack. Up front, the front three consisted of Zack Weston on the left wing, Aaron Smith leading the line as striker, and Ethan Lynch on the right wing. The substitutes bench included Dylan McAllister, Ashton Kerr, Taylor Carson, Murewa Seun-Oremade, and Kaiden McKinnon.

The match began with an early setback for Greenock HSFP Black as Zack Weston was forced off injured after just four minutes, replaced by Dylan McAllister. Almost immediately, Carolside SC capitalised on the disruption, with a long-range strike from distance fired with the right foot finding the net in the fifth minute to give the hosts an early lead.

Greenock HSFP Black responded swiftly through their right midfielder Zack Fyfe, who curled a left-footed effort from outside the box into the net ten minutes in, following a neat short pass assist from Aaron Smith. This goal restored parity and injected belief into the visitors.

As the game settled, Greenock HSFP Black began to assert themselves. At 32 minutes, substitute Dylan McAllister made an instant impact by pouncing on a goalmouth scramble to slot home from close range with his right foot, putting the visitors ahead. The momentum continued as Kieran Boyd struck twice in quick succession before half-time. First, Boyd unleashed a long-range left-footed strike from outside the box, expertly set up by left back Robert Miller’s short pass in the 38th minute. A minute later, Boyd doubled his tally with a composed finish following a team move, assisted by Aaron Smith’s short pass.

The first half concluded with Greenock HSFP Black leading 4-1, a commanding position despite the early scare.

The second half saw a flurry of substitutions immediately after the break, with Ashton Kerr replacing Sam Lyons in midfield, Taylor Carson coming on for right back Ben O'Brien, Murewa Seun-Oremade entering for right winger Ethan Lynch, and Kaiden McKinnon taking over from striker Aaron Smith. This wholesale change aimed to refresh the squad and maintain intensity.

Carolside SC fought back with determination, reducing the deficit in the 51st minute through a close-range left-footed goal following a goalmouth scramble. However, Greenock HSFP Black’s resilience was tested further when Dylan McAllister had to be substituted off due to injury at 55 minutes, with Ethan Lynch returning to the field.

The visitors’ lead was further threatened when Carolside SC were awarded a penalty in the 65th minute, which they converted with a right-footed finish, narrowing the scoreline to 4-3. Greenock HSFP Black immediately responded with a substitution of their own, bringing Aaron Smith back on for Zack Fyfe.

Just two minutes later, Murewa Seun-Oremade restored a two-goal cushion for Greenock HSFP Black, finishing inside the box with a right-footed strike following a precise long pass from Robert Miller. This goal proved decisive in securing the victory.

Throughout the match, Robert Miller’s influence was pivotal, both defensively and offensively, providing crucial assists and stability on the left flank. His performance earned him the player of the match accolade.

In a pulsating cup tie marked by early drama, tactical adjustments, and a flurry of goals, Greenock HSFP Black emerged victorious 5-3 over Carolside SC, progressing with a hard-fought and entertaining win at Overlee Playing Fields.