Season Review · July 28, 2025
Childeld: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Childeld's 11th season in the league proved to be a challenging journey, with the team finishing in 10th place in Division 6. The season was marked by defensive struggles, culminating in a goal difference of -42—the result of conceding 76 goals while netting only 34. Despite the setbacks, the team showed resilience and a willingness to contribute across the board, with several players stepping up in various roles. Fun fact: the team’s goal difference of -42 highlights the defensive struggles throughout the season, emphasizing the need for a more solid backline in the future.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
10th
Points
16
Record
5-1-16
GD
-42
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
16
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
Antonio De Marco
AM
7 contributions
Top scorer
Antonio De Marco
AM
5 goals
Top assists
Michael Mitchell
AM
3 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 16
- P21
- Scoring
- 34
- P21
- Defence
- 76
- P21
- Goal difference
- -42
- P21
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
5-1-16
Wins
5
23%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
16
73%
Attack · Defence
-42 GD
Goal Contributions
Johannes Martens
Player · 5G · 1A
6
Antonio De Marco
Player · 5G · 2A
7
Walter Allen
Player · 4G · 2A
6
Michael Mitchell
Player · 3G · 3A
6
Benoit Moreau
Player · 2G · 2A
4
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
Childeld's 11th season in the league proved to be a challenging journey, with the team finishing in 10th place in Division 6. The season was marked by defensive struggles, culminating in a goal difference of -42—the result of conceding 76 goals while netting only 34. Despite the setbacks, the team showed resilience and a willingness to contribute across the board, with several players stepping up in various roles. Fun fact: the team’s goal difference of -42 highlights the defensive struggles throughout the season, emphasizing the need for a more solid backline in the future.
While the results were not what Childeld hoped for, there were glimpses of potential and individual brilliance. The team’s top performers contributed significantly, and the season served as a valuable learning experience to build upon for the next campaign.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Johannes Martens and Antonio De Marco both scored 5 goals, showcasing attacking potential
- Multiple players contributed with assists, indicating team effort in attack
- Players like Walter Allen and Michael Mitchell demonstrated versatility and work rate
- A season of growth and learning despite tough results
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Childeld’s primary challenge this season was defensive solidity. Addressing the defensive organization and discipline will be crucial to turn close games into positive results. Additionally, building consistency and reducing the number of goals conceded will be vital for climbing up the table in future seasons.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Childeld’s season was marked by adversity and defensive frailty, resulting in a poor league finish. The team’s strengths lie in their collective effort and individual contributions from key players like Martens and De Marco. However, to progress, significant improvements are needed defensively and tactically. With a focus on defensive organization and squad development, Childeld can aim for a more competitive campaign in the seasons ahead.