It was a long time in coming - but it was certainly worth the wait.

Callum Guy's goal for Carlisle United against AFC Wimbledon was his first for the Blues - and his first in the Football League.

Guy's impressive strike at Brunton Park came in his 97th Carlisle appearance and his 146th career league appearance.

His only previous strike came in the Papa John's Trophy for Blackpool back in 2018.

Photographers Barbara Abbott and Ben Holmes captured the moment to remember for the 25-year-old midfielder...

News and Star: Guy pulls the trigger...Guy pulls the trigger... (Image: Barbara Abbott)

News and Star: Guy strikes the ball sweetlyGuy strikes the ball sweetly (Image: Ben Holmes)

News and Star: Guy lets fly...Guy lets fly... (Image: Barbara Abbott)

News and Star: Guy shows his delight Guy shows his delight (Image: Barbara Abbott)

News and Star: Omari Patrick joins Guy in celebrationOmari Patrick joins Guy in celebration (Image: Barbara Abbott)

News and Star: Guy slides in celebrationGuy slides in celebration (Image: Barbara Abbott)

News and Star: Jordan Gibson congratulates GuyJordan Gibson congratulates Guy (Image: Ben Holmes)

News and Star: Guy roars his delightGuy roars his delight (Image: Barbara Abbott)

News and Star: Guy blows a kiss...Guy blows a kiss... (Image: Barbara Abbott)

News and Star: The midfielder shares the moment...The midfielder shares the moment... (Image: Barbara Abbott)

News and Star: Omari Patrick and Owen Moxon mob the scorerOmari Patrick and Owen Moxon mob the scorer (Image: Barbara Abbott)

News and Star: Players celebrate with GuyPlayers celebrate with Guy (Image: Barbara Abbott)

News and Star: A hug from Jack ArmerA hug from Jack Armer (Image: Barbara Abbott)

News and Star: Full-time smilesFull-time smiles (Image: Ben Holmes)

News and Star: Don't leave it so long next time eh, Callum...? Don't leave it so long next time eh, Callum...? (Image: Ben Holmes)