Grange Thistle SC 4 – Moreton Bay United Reserves 0
QLD D2 (Football Queensland Premier League 2) | July 25, 2026

Grange Thistle recorded a resounding 4‑0 victory over Moreton Bay United Reserves at home, moving into the top three of the QLD D2 standings. The hosts were dominant from start to finish, with a ruthless first‑half display that effectively ended the contest before the interval.

Match Overview

Grange Thistle wasted no time in asserting their authority. They scored twice in the opening 20 minutes, both goals coming from set‑pieces. The third arrived shortly before half‑time after a sweeping counter‑attack, and the fourth was added early in the second half to complete the rout. Moreton Bay offered little in attack, managing only a single shot on target all match.

Key Moments

• 8’ – Goal: Grange Thistle score from a corner kick, headed in at the near post.
• 19’ – Goal: Another set‑piece – a free‑kick is flicked on and bundled over the line.
• 41’ – Goal: Quick break down the right leads to a low finish across the goalkeeper.
• 53’ – Goal: Fourth goal from a long‑range effort that dips into the top corner.

Tactical Story

Grange Thistle’s physicality and organisation from dead‑ball situations were the match‑winners. Moreton Bay United Reserves, a development side, struggled to cope with the intensity. The home side dominated possession (65%) and created numerous chances, while the away team failed to sustain any pressure. Grange Thistle’s pressing game forced mistakes in the Moreton Bay defence, leading to cheap turnovers.

Standout Performers

The Grange Thistle centre‑back scored the opening goal and was immaculate defensively. The midfield general orchestrated the play, completing over 90% of his passes. Up front, the striker’s movement caused havoc, though he was unlucky not to get on the scoresheet himself.

Table Impact

With this comprehensive win, Grange Thistle moved to third place in the QLD D2 league table, just two points behind the leaders. Moreton Bay United Reserves remain in the bottom three and have now conceded 12 goals in their last four away matches.