Southside Eagles 2–4 Caloundra: Visitors run riot in QLD Division 2 clash

Caloundra produced a magnificent attacking display to defeat Southside Eagles 4–2 away from home at Whites Hill Reserve on 25 April 2026, a result that keeps them firmly in the promotion race in the Football Queensland Division 2 (QLD D2). The visitors scored four goals in a blistering second‑half spell after the sides had been level at the break.

Match overview

Southside started well and took the lead through a well‑struck volley, but Caloundra hit back immediately before half‑time. The second half belonged entirely to the visitors, who added three more goals inside 20 minutes to put the game beyond doubt. Southside pulled one back late but never looked capable of a full comeback.

Key moments

• 12' – Southside lead: Striker Jack Morrison chested down a diagonal ball and hammered a left‑foot volley past the Caloundra keeper.
• 39' – Caloundra equaliser: A cross from the right was flicked on by Liam O’Shea and found the bottom corner.
• 51' – Caloundra ahead: A quick free‑kick caught Southside’s defence napping, and midfielder Jake Everard slotted home from close range.
• 62' – Caloundra third: Substitute Tom Ryan curled a beautiful shot from the edge of the area into the top corner.
• 68' – Caloundra fourth: A counter‑attack finished by winger Harry Davies made it 4‑1.
• 84' – Southside consolation: A penalty converted by Ben Hall gave the home fans something to cheer.

Standout performers

• Jake Everard (Caloundra): Scored one goal and provided two assists, controlling the tempo from central midfield.
• Tom Ryan (Caloundra): Made an instant impact off the bench with a stunning goal and a constant threat in behind.
• Jack Morrison (Southside): His early goal was a moment of quality, but he was starved of supply after the break.

Table impact

Caloundra move to fourth place on 33 points, just two off the automatic promotion places. Southside remain in 10th on 18 points and are now nine points clear of the relegation zone. Caloundra’s goal difference (+15) is the best in the top six, making them a strong contender for the end‑of‑season run‑in.