In a stunning upset that shook Scottish football, St Mirren FC claimed the Premier Sports Cup with a 3-1 victory over perennial giants Celtic in Sunday’s final. The triumph marked a monumental career milestone for Jamaican international Richard King, who anchored the defense throughout the full 90 minutes of the historic match.
The 24-year-old center back, who secured a summer transfer from Cavalier FC after a trophy-laden stint in Jamaica, proved instrumental in the club’s triumphant cup campaign. King’s contributions were not limited to defensive duties; he netted two crucial goals across his seven tournament appearances, including a strike in the 4-1 semi-final rout of Motherwell FC. His composure under pressure was further demonstrated by successful penalty conversions in shootout victories against Hearts and Kilmarnock during earlier knockout stages.
This victory etches King’s name into an exclusive fraternity of Jamaican-born footballers to secure major silverware within Europe’s elite leagues. The achievement is shared with compatriot Jalmaro Calvin, another Cavalier FC export, who is slated to receive a winner’s medal despite not featuring on the pitch, having been named as a substitute in three matches throughout the competition.
The final itself was defined by St Mirren’s tactical discipline and clinical finishing, with Jonah Ayunga delivering a brace and Marcus Fraser adding a third to dismantle Celtic’s dominance. This result not only delivers a prestigious trophy but signals a potential power shift in Scottish football’s competitive landscape.