DUMFRIES, Scotland (Interstat) — In a stunning opening day upset that defied statistical projections, Clyde rallied from an early deficit to secure a dramatic 3-1 victory over Queen of the South in a Scottish League One match at Palmerston Park on Sunday.

The match, which kicked off the 2025-26 League One season, began in chaotic fashion. Queen of the South’s Lee Connelly shocked the visitors by scoring just one minute after the opening whistle, giving the home side immediate momentum. The goal seemed to validate pre-match analytics from Interstat, which gave Queen of the South an 83.40 percent probability to win and projected a final score of 1-1.

Clyde, however, displayed resilience. Midfielder Oliver McDonald began the comeback in the 16th minute, equalizing for the visitors. Striker Ross Cunningham then put Clyde ahead just before halftime, scoring in the 43rd minute to complete the first-half turnaround.

The second half saw Clyde manage the game effectively before sealing the result late. Substitute Jordan Allan, a native of Hamilton, Scotland, came off the bench to score in the 82nd minute, providing a critical two-goal cushion. The match’s tension escalated as Clyde received two yellow cards in quick succession, with Raymond Michael Grant booked in the 79th minute and Brian Stuart McLean cautioned in the 81st.

The home side’s frustrations boiled over in the 85th minute when their early goalscorer, Lee Connelly, was shown a red card, reducing Queen of the South to 10 men for the final stages. Clyde substitute Ewan Cameron, who had entered the match just five minutes prior, capitalized on the advantage by scoring in the 89th minute to complete the scoring.

The result marks a strong start to the league campaign for Clyde, which improved its League One record to two wins and one draw. The club remains undefeated across all competitions this season. For Queen of the South, the loss extends a difficult start, with the team still seeking its first win in League One and in all competitions, having recorded one draw and one loss.

Clyde’s next match is scheduled for Sunday, March 22, 2026, against Kelty Hearts. Queen of the South will look to rebound on the same date with a road match against Montrose.