Clydebank 5
Montrose 0
League (Division 2)

Match Report

Clydebank continued their imperious form, extending their Unbeaten streak to four games with a resounding 5-0 victory over Montrose at Kilbowie on Saturday.

The visitors were under siege throughout the match, mustering only a handful of attacks against a rampant Clydebank side. Montrose's best chance to snatch a consolation came in the 80th minute when a penalty was awarded after a tussle in the box. However, their misery was compounded as Dick Madden produced a stunning double save to deny Smith's spot-kick.

The opening exchanges were a slow burner, but Clydebank gradually adapted to the testing conditions and pinned Montrose back into their own half. The deadlock was finally broken in the 42nd minute by the in-form Tommy McGhee. Jimmy Caskie's initial effort was parried by Montrose keeper Page, but the ball rebounded kindly for McGhee who displayed exceptional reflexes with a back-heel finish.

Two minutes later, the devastating partnership of Caskie and McGhee struck again. Caskie tore down the wing and delivered a pinpoint cross for McGhee in the penalty area. The Montrose defence was caught napping, and with keeper Page inexplicably venturing out of his area, McGhee calmly chipped the ball over him and into the net to double Clydebank's lead.

Disaster struck for the Bankies early in the second half as hero McGhee limped off with an injury after a tackle. Young substitute Gerry O'Brien replaced him and quickly made his mark. Following a corner, O'Brien displayed good awareness to flick the ball on to Caskie who tucked it away from close range to extend Clydebank's lead to 3-0.

The rout continued in the 73rd minute when Alan Munro nodded home a Hawkshaw pass from inside the box. The final goal of the match arrived in surprising fashion in the 82nd minute. Right-back McMillan, venturing forward with attacking intent, met a high cross with a towering header, leaving the Montrose keeper helpless.

While the Clydebank players deserve immense credit for their dominant display, a special mention must go to the Kilbowie groundsmen. Despite the challenging weather conditions, the pitch was immaculate – a testament to their hard work. This comprehensive victory further underlines Clydebank's title aspirations, and they'll be eager to maintain their winning momentum in their upcoming fixtures.

Match report written by and adapted by Stuart McBay