Clyde FC 4:1 Annan Athletic — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Kyle Connell's first-half hat-trick powered Clyde FC to a thumping 4-1 win over Annan Athletic in the League Cup, with midfielder Marley Redfern pulling the strings throughout, and the result sets up a trip to Dundee FC next. It was a one-sided demolition inside the opening 40 minutes, as Clyde raced into an unassailable lead before half-time.

The match was effectively over within four minutes, as Kyle Connell scored twice inside the opening exchanges—the second from Bruce Strachan's assist—before completing his hat-trick in the 30th minute. Annan briefly threatened a fightback when Ally Roy pulled one back four minutes later, but any hope was extinguished immediately as Marley Redfern converted from Connell's pass in the 39th minute to restore the three-goal cushion.

Possession was dead even at 50 percent apiece, but the corner count told the real story: Clyde won nine corners to Annan's two, reflecting their complete territorial control. Marley Redfern was the standout performer, earning a 9.44 rating and a goal from midfield, orchestrating play while his side ran riot. CheckLive's model rated Clyde marginally ahead, and the result confirmed that prediction, with the hosts utterly dominant from first whistle to last; they now face Dundee FC in the next round.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Clyde FC vs Annan Athletic?

Clyde FC 4-1 Annan Athletic (League Cup).

Who scored?

Kyle Connell (2') for Clyde FC; Kyle Connell (4', assist Bruce Strachan) for Clyde FC; Kyle Connell (30') for Clyde FC; Ally Roy (34') for Annan Athletic; Marley Redfern (39', assist Kyle Connell) for Clyde FC.

Was Clyde FC's win deserved?

Yes — Clyde FC were on top for most of the match.

Were there any cards in Clyde FC vs Annan Athletic?

Yellow cards: Wullie Gibson (Annan Athletic); Nathan Cannon (Clyde FC); Lewis Lovering (Clyde FC).

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