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Last-Minute Equaliser Earns Hound Dogs Historic Point Against Mons Calpe
FC Hound Dogs produced a night of resilience and drama in the Gibraltar Football League, securing a memorable 1–1 draw against Mons Calpe SC thanks to Yousef Al Shubasi’s 94th-minute finish.
Despite long spells defending and facing two second-half penalties, the Hound Dogs refused to fold and earned a result that will live long in club history.
Hard-Fought First Half
Mons Calpe controlled possession for large periods, moving the ball confidently and testing the Hound Dogs’ shape.
However, the back line stood firm, and debut goalkeeper Mark Hamm handled everything he faced as the game went into the break goalless.
Second Half Drama
The second half began with the pressure increasing – and Mons Calpe earned their first penalty while the score remained 0–0.
But fortune favoured the Hound Dogs, as the effort struck the post and bounced clear.
Mons Calpe eventually found the breakthrough shortly after, a driven header giving them a 1–0 lead.
Minutes later, they had a huge chance to double the advantage from a second penalty, but the spot kick was blazed over the bar, keeping Hound Dogs alive heading into the final minutes.
Debuts Mark a New Chapter
It was a landmark day for the club, with five players making their first competitive starts:
- Mark Hamm
- Muhamet Gashi
- Aiden Mansfield
- Matt Clenahan
- Vincent Luglio
And Morais Lee made his debut from the bench – all contributing strongly in a performance built on heart and commitment.
94th-Minute Madness
With the clock deep into stoppage time, Mons Calpe gifted the Hound Dogs one last chance.
A looping, mistimed defensive header dropped into space inside the area, and Yousef Al Shubasi reacted first – sliding the ball calmly past the keeper to spark jubilation among players, staff and supporters.
Seconds later, the whistle blew – and a historic point was secured.
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