Under-12 CSL Division 2
14th March 2026 at Ballyadam
Carrigtwohill United – 3
Mayfield United – 0
First Half
Carrigtwohill had a full squad of 16 players available for the home fixture in Ballyadam. Colm Ó Murchú started in goal, backed by a strong defensive group of Antoni Kadula, Adam Lane, Oscar Connolly, Lorcan Thornhill, Rian McGovern, and Charley O’Sullivan, who were disciplined, organised, and composed throughout the opening half.
In midfield, Ronan Doyle, Cesc Matarin, and Ajus Lepeska controlled the centre with energy, smart passing, and excellent positioning. Out wide, Frank Krysiak and Ariel Lembelembe worked one flank, while John Buckley and Mati Majchrzak operated on the opposite side, giving Carrig width, pace, and creativity. Up front, Chiemekam Emeakaroha and Oscar Mazur provided direct running and constant threat in behind.
Carrig thought they had taken the lead when Ariel finished well, but the flag went up for a tight offside, denying him the opener.
Just before the break, Mayfield created their best chance of the half, but Colm Ó Murchú produced an outstanding save, diving sharply to keep the game scoreless and send Carrig into halftime level.
Halftime score: Carrigtwohill 0 – 0 Mayfield United
Second Half
Carrigtwohill came out with real intent and finally broke the deadlock on 35 minutes.
Charley O’Sullivan delivered a long free kick from the halfway line that the goalkeeper parried. Chiemekam Emeakaroha reacted first to the rebound and forced another save — and Ariel Lembelembe was quickest to the second rebound, slotting home to make it 1–0.
Charley O’Sullivan delivered a long free kick from the halfway line that the goalkeeper parried. Chiemekam Emeakaroha reacted first to the rebound and forced another save — and Ariel Lembelembe was quickest to the second rebound, slotting home to make it 1–0.
Just five minutes later, on 40 minutes, Carrig doubled their lead. Rian McGovern picked out Ariel with a clever ball in behind, and Ariel finished confidently to complete his brace.
Carrig sealed the win on 45 minutes. Ariel cut inside and fired a shot that smashed off the post; the rebound fell perfectly for Chiemekam Emeakaroha, who reacted sharply to slot home and make it 3–0.
From there, Carrig controlled the game with fantastic attitude, relentless desire to win, and brilliant workrate from every single player. The lads pressed, tracked back, supported each other, and saw out the match with real maturity to secure a well‑earned clean sheet.
Goals
- 35’ – Ariel Lembelembe
- 40’ – Ariel Lembelembe
- 45’ – Chiemekam Emeakaroha
Assists
- Chiemekam Emeakaroha — rebound effort saved before Ariel’s opener
- Rian McGovern — ball in behind for Ariel’s second
- Ariel Lembelembe — shot off the post leading to Chiemy’s finish
Joint Man of the Match
Ariel Lembelembe & Ajus Lepeska
- Ariel for two goals, constant threat, huge workrate up and down the flank, and a brilliant attitude from start to finish.
- Ajus for an exceptional midfield display — covering ground, breaking up play, driving the team forward, and showing outstanding desire and commitment throughout.
