Forfar Ath 2
Clydebank 2
League (Division 2)

Match Report

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How the other side saw it
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Forfar Athletic were frustrated in their pursuit of three points at Station Park, surrendering a late lead to draw 2-2 with a determined Clydebank side.

The elements played a significant role in the match, with a biting wind hindering Forfar in the first half before disappearing at half-time. Clydebank's Brazilian forward even succumbed to the cold and was substituted late in the game.

A sparse crowd of just 200 witnessed a match that lacked excitement, with both teams struggling to convert their chances.

Forfar manager made several changes in search of a winning formula, but their efforts were often halted before reaching the penalty area.

Clydebank took an unexpected lead in the fifth minute through a soft goal. A corner kick swung in the wind and found the head of Fleming, who directed it past a seemingly deceived Ritchie.

Despite playing against the wind, Forfar remained a threat, carving through the Clydebank defence on several occasions but failing to find the net.

The second half began with a calmer wind, and it took Forfar 16 minutes to level the score. Knox broke through the defence and squared the ball to Walker, whose long-range shot surprised Madden and found the net via the upright.

Forfar pressed for a winner but were hampered by an injury to Ritchie, who was replaced by Wyles in goal and Malcolm up front.

Clydebank capitalised on the disruption in Forfar's defence. With Ritchie's replacement, Wyles, still settling in, Paterson (who came on for the cold Inacio) managed to roll a slow ball past the outrushing goalkeeper for a second, albeit soft, goal just minutes from the final whistle.

However, Forfar refused to give up and mounted a late surge. Their efforts were rewarded in the final five minutes when Stewart headed a magnificent goal from Sim's corner kick.

Despite a spirited comeback, Forfar couldn't find the winning goal, leaving them with a disappointing draw against a resolute Clydebank side.

Match report written by Adapted by Stuart McBay