Season Review · September 8, 2026
Ard Rangers: Division 8 review - The season in numbers
Ard Rangers faced a challenging campaign in Season 22, competing in Division 8. The team struggled to find consistency, finishing in 11th place with only 5 wins from their 22 matches. Their defensive frailties were evident, as they conceded 76 goals, leading to a goal difference of -39—the fun fact of the season. Despite their efforts, the team found it difficult to turn matches in their favor, resulting in a season marked by defensive struggles and limited offensive output.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
11th
Points
15
Record
5-0-17
GD
-39
Gary "Nano" Pettit-Thompson IV
Lead Football Journalist
The Match & Season Desk
Data-first, narrative-second. If it happened on the pitch, Gary filed it.
A Columns Desk filing — visual season centre first, then the full notebook.
Season Centre
The campaign in pictures — before the filing.
Position
11th
Points
15
Win Rate
23%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-2-3-1
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Philippe Robert
AM
10 contributions
Top scorer
Philippe Robert
AM
9 goals
Top assists
Michel Lemoine
RCM
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 15
- P13
- Scoring
- 37
- P54
- Defence
- 76
- P4
- Clean sheets
- 2
- P4
- Goal difference
- -39
- P13
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
5-0-17
Wins
5
23%
Draws
0
0%
Losses
17
77%
Attack · Defence
-39 GD
The Filing
Gary's notebook, desk by desk — with the forthcoming newsroom voices framed around the edges.
From Gary's Notebook
Season Overview:
Filed by
Gary Nano
Ard Rangers faced a challenging campaign in Season 22, competing in Division 8. The team struggled to find consistency, finishing in 11th place with only 5 wins from their 22 matches. Their defensive frailties were evident, as they conceded 76 goals, leading to a goal difference of -39—the fun fact of the season. Despite their efforts, the team found it difficult to turn matches in their favor, resulting in a season marked by defensive struggles and limited offensive output.
This season proved to be a tough learning curve for Ard Rangers, as they battled to stay competitive in a tough division. The lack of draws and a high number of losses highlight the challenges faced on both ends of the pitch, ultimately culminating in a disappointing league position and a "Poor" season rating.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 37 goals across the season
- Conceded 76 goals, highlighting defensive issues
- No red cards received, showing discipline despite struggles
- Finished 11th in Division 8 with 15 points
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
Ard Rangers need to address their defensive vulnerabilities, as evidenced by their -39 goal difference. Improving defensive organization and reducing goals conceded will be crucial for better results next season. Additionally, increasing offensive productivity and securing at least some draws could help improve their league standing.
Season Rating:(Poor)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a difficult chapter for Ard Rangers, marked by defensive struggles and limited success on the pitch. Their inability to secure draws and the high number of losses contributed to a low league position. Strengths include their goal-scoring efforts, but the team must focus on defensive solidity and consistency to turn around their fortunes in the next campaign.