Pirates Edge Capitals in Thrilling Penalty Shootout Victory

The Paisley Pirates secured a dramatic 4-3 victory over the Edinburgh Capitals at Murrayfield on Saturday night, sealing the win in a tense penalty shootout. It was a hard-fought battle from start to finish, with both teams pushing each other to the limit in a game that had everything—goals, momentum shifts, and a nail-biting finale.

Fast Start and Fierce Battle

The opening period saw both sides testing each other, with strong performances from both goaltenders keeping the score tight. The Pirates struck first, as Alex Lane found the back of the net to give his team a 1-0 lead heading into the break.

Edinburgh responded quickly in the second period, equalising early to bring the game level. The Pirates regained their advantage after being awarded a penalty shot, which Marcus Murdoch confidently converted. Moments later, Chris Wilson added another to extend the Pirates’ lead to 3-1, putting them in a strong position heading into the final period.

A Tense Finish

As expected, the Capitals came out strong in the third, refusing to go down without a fight. Their persistence paid off as they netted two goals to tie the game at 3-3, setting up a tense final stretch. Despite both teams pressing for a winner, the game remained level at full-time, forcing overtime.

The extra period saw end-to-end action, but neither side could find the decisive goal, sending the game to a penalty shootout. With everything on the line, it was Marty Simpson who stepped up and delivered the winning penalty, securing a huge win for the Pirates.

Man of the Match – Daniel McGowan

A standout performance came from Daniel McGowan, who was named Man of the Match for his efforts between the pipes. McGowan was rock solid throughout, making crucial saves at key moments to keep the Pirates in the game and giving them the platform to take the win.

A Big Thank You to the Fans

A massive thank you to the travelling Pirates supporters who made the journey to Edinburgh. Your support was incredible, and the energy in the stands made a huge difference.

This victory marks another step forward for the Pirates as they continue their push in the Scottish National League. Well played, everyone! On to the next one!