Western Thistle Suffer Heavy Defeat Against Point

In a disappointing encounter at Stranraer on 8 March 2025, Western Thistle faced a formidable Point side, who emerged victorious with a staggering scoreline of 12-0. The match kicked off at 1:00pm, and it quickly became evident that Thistle were in for a challenging afternoon.

Western Thistle adopted a 3-5-2 formation, which aimed to provide a solid defensive base while allowing for width and creativity in midfield. The three central defenders were tasked with marshalling the backline, while the five midfielders were expected to dominate possession and support the two forwards in attack. This tactical setup was designed to exploit any weaknesses in Point's formation, but it ultimately fell short.

As the match unfolded, it became clear that Thistle's strategy was ineffective against a relentless Point attack. The first half concluded with the scoreline reflecting Point's dominance, and Thistle were left to regroup during the interval, trailing significantly.

The second half saw no respite for Western Thistle, as Point continued to apply pressure and capitalise on every opportunity. The relentless onslaught from Point’s attackers left Thistle's defence exposed, leading to a series of goals that further widened the gap.

Freddy Brown was named Player of the Match, a testament to his efforts amidst a challenging game, but even his contributions could not stem the tide of Point's attacking prowess. The match ended with a final score of 12-0, a result that will undoubtedly leave Western Thistle reflecting on their performance and looking for ways to improve in future fixtures.