A first international match for Ellan Vannin, a first win, and there was a goal inside the first minute.
They eventually went on to secure a 10-0 victory over Monaco at The Bowl.
The goals were split evenly between the halves, with Ellan Vannin leading 5-0 at half time.
Calum Morrissey scored a first-half hat-trick, and there were also goals for Ciaran McNulty, Frank Jones, Sean Quaye, Chris Bass Jr, Joey Morling, and a brace from Sam Caine.
Football: 2026/27 Manx season starts with a bang
New campaign gets underway across senior men's divisions
FC Isle of Man fall to defeat at Trafford
Ravens suffer first loss of 2026/27 season
2026 Manx International Classic Trial taking place
Two days of action being held across today and tomorrow (29-30 Aug)
Bikes aplenty planned for Jurby Day 2026
Rescheduled meeting in the north of the Island this weekend