Huntly came from behind to claim all three points in a spirited Scottish Highland Football League contest at North Lodge Park, defeating Formartine United 2-1. The result kept Huntly's strong start to the season alive and left the home side rueing a first-half lead that slipped away after the interval.

Formartine edge ahead in tight opening

The first half was a scrappy, evenly matched affair, with both defences largely on top. Formartine United looked dangerous from set-pieces and broke the deadlock midway through the opening period when a whipped corner was met with a firm header at the near post. The goal gave the hosts something to hold on to, but they rarely threatened to extend their advantage before the break.

Huntly were solid without creating much, but they emerged from the interval with renewed purpose. Their equaliser came within fifteen minutes of the restart as a well-timed run into the box was rewarded with a low pass that was slotted home from eight yards. Suddenly, the momentum swung completely in favour of the visitors.

Huntly complete the turnaround

With Formartine now stretched, Huntly sensed the opportunity and pressed forward in search of a winner. It arrived with roughly twenty minutes remaining, after a defensive lapse allowed the Huntly striker to pounce on a loose ball and fire high into the net. The home side pushed for a second equaliser in the closing stages, but Huntly managed the game well to secure a valuable away victory.

The result underlines the competitive nature of the Highland League this season, with Huntly taking an early scalp on their travels. For Formartine United, there will be frustration that a promising first-half display ultimately yielded no points.