Season Review · September 8, 2026
Chepham Albion: Division 8 review - The season in numbers
Chepham Albion's Season 22 was a challenging campaign in Division 8, marked by defensive struggles and limited offensive output. The team managed only 2 wins across the season, with 3 draws and a daunting 17 losses, reflecting the difficulties faced on the pitch. Their goal difference of -35 underscores the defensive issues that plagued their performances throughout the year. Despite these setbacks, the club remained committed to improving and gaining experience in this competitive division.
Finished
12th
Points
9
Record
2-3-17
GD
-35
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
12th
Points
9
Win Rate
9%
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
Pedro Chagas
RW
9 contributions
Top scorer
Pedro Chagas
RW
5 goals
Top assists
Pedro Chagas
RW
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 9
- P4
- Scoring
- 18
- P4
- Defence
- 53
- P38
- Clean sheets
- 2
- P17
- Goal difference
- -35
- P21
Campaign Record
2-3-17
Wins
2
9%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
17
77%
Attack · Defence
-35 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
Chepham Albion's Season 22 was a challenging campaign in Division 8, marked by defensive struggles and limited offensive output. The team managed only 2 wins across the season, with 3 draws and a daunting 17 losses, reflecting the difficulties faced on the pitch. Their goal difference of -35 underscores the defensive issues that plagued their performances throughout the year. Despite these setbacks, the club remained committed to improving and gaining experience in this competitive division.
A fun fact from this season is the goal difference of -35, highlighting the defensive struggles throughout the season. This statistic reveals the team's need for defensive solidity and organization to turn their fortunes around in future campaigns.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 18 goals across the season
- Secured 2 wins despite tough competition
- Achieved 3 draws, showing resilience in some matches
- Faced 17 losses, indicating room for improvement
- Gained valuable experience in Division 8
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The team’s primary focus should be on defensive organization and resilience, as evidenced by the -35 goal difference and high number of losses. Improving goal-scoring consistency and reducing conceding errors could significantly alter future results.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Chepham Albion's Season 22 was marked by defensive struggles and limited success, finishing 12th with only 2 wins and a goal difference of -35. The team demonstrated resilience in some matches but needs to address defensive vulnerabilities and offensive efficiency to climb the standings. Strengthening these areas will be crucial for a more competitive and balanced campaign next season.