Season Review · September 8, 2026
Bawton City: Struggling season - Battling against the odds
Season 22 for Bawton City was undoubtedly a challenging chapter in the club’s history. Competing in division 7 and league 16, the team faced a tough campaign that tested their resilience and determination. Interestingly, this season was a unique story in itself, with the club navigating a series of hurdles and setbacks that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Despite the difficulties, the players showed grit and commitment, embodying the true spirit of football even in adversity.
Gary's mark
3/5
Below Average
Finished
10th
Points
22
Record
7-1-14
GD
-16
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
10th
Points
22
Win Rate
32%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-2-3
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Khadim Diakhate
RWB
13 contributions
Top scorer
Khadim Diakhate
RWB
6 goals
Top assists
Khadim Diakhate
RWB
7 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 22
- P21
- Scoring
- 37
- P33
- Defence
- 53
- P21
- Clean sheets
- 3
- P17
- Goal difference
- -16
- P21
3/5
Season mark
Below Average
Campaign Record
7-1-14
Wins
7
32%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
14
64%
Attack · Defence
-16 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 for Bawton City was undoubtedly a challenging chapter in the club’s history. Competing in division 7 and league 16, the team faced a tough campaign that tested their resilience and determination. Interestingly, this season was a unique story in itself, with the club navigating a series of hurdles and setbacks that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Despite the difficulties, the players showed grit and commitment, embodying the true spirit of football even in adversity.
Throughout the season, Bawton City managed to secure 7 wins, 1 draw, and suffered 14 losses. The team scored 37 goals but conceded 53, resulting in a goal difference of -16. With a total of 22 points, they finished in 10th place, reflecting the struggles faced on the pitch. This season’s narrative was one of perseverance amid adversity, with the club fighting hard to improve and build for the future.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 37 goals across the season
- Secured 7 wins despite tough competition
- Showed resilience with 1 draw in a difficult campaign
- Demonstrated fighting spirit in challenging fixtures
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Bawton City’s season was marked by a need for greater consistency and defensive solidity. With a high number of losses and a negative goal difference, the team would benefit from focusing on defensive organization and goal-scoring efficiency to turn more matches in their favor.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a difficult yet instructive journey for Bawton City. The team demonstrated resilience and fighting spirit, managing to secure wins and keep battling despite the tough circumstances. Moving forward, improvements in defensive stability and goal conversion could help elevate their performance. While the season was below expectations, it laid the groundwork for future growth and development.