Stenhousemuir 4
Clydebank 4
League (Division 2)

Match Report

It was a double delight at Ochilview on Saturday as three players each netted twice in this eight-goal spectacle, played amidst harsh winter conditions. Despite holding a two-goal lead twice, Clydebank found themselves pegged back on both occasions.

The Bankies adapted better to the challenging conditions and duly earned their early advantage. Mitchell and McCallum found the net for Clydebank, but their lead was halved by half-time courtesy of McAllister's strike. Stenhousemuir fought back after the break, levelling the scoreline when Bankies' Davie Mitchell inadvertently scored an own goal.

Frank Russell showcased his prowess with two well-taken goals to restore the Bankies' lead, yet their advantage was short-lived. Stenhousemuir's inside forward, Black, mirrored Russell's feat, pulling the Warriors back into contention with a brace of his own. With no further goals, a draw seemed the fairest outcome.

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Stenhousemuir salvaged a point with two late goals in a match that teetered on the brink of abandonment due to harsh weather conditions. The game unfolded on an unforgiving surface, compounded by a heavy snowstorm during the first half, making quality football a rare commodity.

Despite the challenging conditions, fans were treated to an exhilarating encounter featuring eight goals and a spirited fightback from the Warriors. Mitchell opened the scoring for Clydebank with a well-placed shot in the seventh minute, followed by McCallum doubling their lead twelve minutes later. McGregor then capitalised on a blocked effort from Black to narrow the deficit just past the half-hour mark.

After the interval, Stenhousemuir swiftly settled into the game, deservedly equalising through an own goal by Mitchell. However, their joy was short-lived as Russell seized on a defensive error to restore Clydebank's lead. Russell extended the lead further before Black initiated Stenhousemuir's comeback with two quick goals, the latter assisted by McAllister's header.

In the dying moments, both sides pressed for a winner, but the match ultimately ended in a well-deserved draw. Samson and Rae shone in defence amidst the challenging conditions, while the three inside forwards showcased their resilience in securing a valuable point.