Thorn 2011 Dominate Gleniffer Black In Cup Clash

Thorn 2011 faced off against Gleniffer Black in a cup home match at their local ground on 22 February 2025, kicking off at 12:30pm. The home side delivered a commanding performance, securing a resounding 4-0 victory, showcasing their attacking prowess and solid defensive organisation throughout the contest.

Thorn 2011 set up in a 4-3-3 formation, which allowed them to maintain a strong presence in both midfield and attack. Liam Curivan took his position in goal, while the back four consisted of Elliot Marner on left Back,James Welsh and Lewis Meikle as central defenders, and Dylan Crombie on the Right

The midfield trio featured Leon Bradley on the right, Joe Caldwell in the centre, and Gus Piper on the left, providing both creativity and support to the forwards. Aidan O'Malley started on the right wing, with Shaun McCabe leading the line as the striker and Markus McAuslan on the left flank, tasked with stretching the opposition defence and creating goal-scoring opportunities.

The substitutes for Thorn 2011 included Dan Wilson and Jack Ross, who would later play pivotal roles in the match as the game unfolded.

The first half saw Thorn 2011 assert their dominance, but it was not until the 35th minute that the first substitution occurred, with Dan Wilson replacing Aidan O'Malley. This change came just before the half-time whistle, which blew shortly after, with the score still at 0-0. However, the deadlock was broken just three minutes later when Joe Caldwell found the back of the net in the 38th minute, giving Thorn a crucial lead going into the break.

As the second half commenced, Thorn 2011 continued to build on their momentum. Just after the restart, in the 46th minute, Shaun McCabe doubled the advantage, putting Thorn firmly in control of the match. The home side's attacking intent was evident, and they quickly added to their tally when Caldwell scored his second goal of the match in the 52nd minute, showcasing his clinical finishing ability.

In the 51st minute, Jack Ross entered the fray, replacing Markus McAuslan, as Thorn looked to maintain their attacking threat. The substitutions proved effective, as just seven minutes later, in the 59th minute, McCabe scored his second goal of the match, further extending Thorn's lead to an impressive 4-0.

With the match well in hand, Thorn 2011 displayed a disciplined performance, ensuring Gleniffer Black struggled to create any meaningful chances. The defence, marshalled by Marner, Welsh, and Meikle, remained resolute, while Curivan in goal was largely untroubled.

Elliot Marner's exceptional performance at the back earned him the accolade of Player of the Match, as he played a crucial role in maintaining the clean sheet and supporting the team's attacking transitions. Thorn 2011's comprehensive victory not only secured their progression in the cup but also highlighted their potential as a formidable force in the competition.