Season Review · September 8, 2026
Bashorde Rangers: Division 8 review - The season in numbers
Season 22 proved to be a challenging campaign for Bashorde Rangers in Division 8. Finishing in 11th place out of the division's teams, the club struggled to find consistency and defensive solidity throughout the season. The team managed only 5 wins, 4 draws, and suffered 13 losses, reflecting the difficulties faced on the pitch. A notable fun fact from this season is their goal difference of -26, highlighting the defensive struggles that plagued the team and contributed significantly to their overall standing.
Finished
11th
Points
19
Record
5-4-13
GD
-26
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
19
Win Rate
23%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
3-4-3-A
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Nilson Pires
CF
11 contributions
Top scorer
Nilson Pires
CF
8 goals
Top assists
Jorge Alvez
RM
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 19
- P13
- Scoring
- 19
- P13
- Defence
- 45
- P54
- Clean sheets
- 4
- P29
- Goal difference
- -26
- P13
Campaign Record
5-4-13
Wins
5
23%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
13
59%
Attack · Defence
-26 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
Season 22 proved to be a challenging campaign for Bashorde Rangers in Division 8. Finishing in 11th place out of the division's teams, the club struggled to find consistency and defensive solidity throughout the season. The team managed only 5 wins, 4 draws, and suffered 13 losses, reflecting the difficulties faced on the pitch. A notable fun fact from this season is their goal difference of -26, highlighting the defensive struggles that plagued the team and contributed significantly to their overall standing.
Despite the tough season, the club showed resilience in some matches, but overall, it was a campaign marked by defensive vulnerabilities and offensive struggles. The team scored 19 goals but conceded 45, which underscores the need for defensive reinforcement and attacking efficiency in future seasons.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 19 goals across the season
- Conceded 45 goals, indicating defensive challenges
- Achieved 4 draws in a tough division
- Finished 11th in Division 8
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The team’s overall record of 5 wins, 4 draws, and 13 losses, combined with a goal difference of -26, clearly indicates a need to bolster defensive organization and improve goal-scoring efficiency. Addressing these issues could help Bashorde Rangers climb higher in the division standings in future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a difficult journey for Bashorde Rangers, marked by defensive vulnerabilities and limited offensive output. While the team showed some resilience, their overall record and goal difference highlight significant areas for growth. Strengthening the defense and increasing goal-scoring capabilities will be crucial for a more competitive and successful season ahead.