Season Review · September 8, 2026
Colding Rangers: Division 8 review - The season in numbers
In Season 22, Colding Rangers competed in Division 8, finishing in 6th place. The season was marked by a challenging defensive record, with a goal difference of -25, highlighting defensive struggles throughout the campaign. Despite these setbacks, the team managed to secure 7 wins and 2 draws, demonstrating resilience and attacking intent at times. Fun fact: the team’s goal difference of -25 underscores the defensive issues faced during the season, which ultimately impacted their overall standing.
Finished
6th
Points
23
Record
7-2-13
GD
-25
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
6th
Points
23
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
Pedro Chagas
RW
19 contributions
Top scorer
Pedro Chagas
RW
11 goals
Top assists
Pedro Chagas
RW
8 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 23
- P54
- Scoring
- 38
- P54
- Defence
- 63
- P33
- Clean sheets
- 4
- P54
- Goal difference
- -25
- P50
Campaign Record
7-2-13
Wins
7
32%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
13
59%
Attack · Defence
-25 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
In Season 22, Colding Rangers competed in Division 8, finishing in 6th place. The season was marked by a challenging defensive record, with a goal difference of -25, highlighting defensive struggles throughout the campaign. Despite these setbacks, the team managed to secure 7 wins and 2 draws, demonstrating resilience and attacking intent at times. Fun fact: the team’s goal difference of -25 underscores the defensive issues faced during the season, which ultimately impacted their overall standing.
The season was a mixed bag of performances, with moments of promise overshadowed by defensive lapses. The team’s offensive output of 38 goals was respectable but not enough to offset the defensive vulnerabilities that saw them concede 63 goals. Overall, the season provided valuable lessons and a foundation to build upon for future campaigns.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 38 goals across the season
- Secured 7 wins despite defensive challenges
- Achieved 2 draws, showing resilience in tough matches
- Faced defensive struggles, reflected in a -25 goal difference
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The primary focus for Colding Rangers moving forward should be addressing their defensive vulnerabilities. Conceding 63 goals indicates a need for a more solid defensive structure and better organization at the back. Improving defensive consistency could significantly enhance their overall results and league standing.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Colding Rangers' Season 22 was characterized by offensive efforts and resilience, but ultimately hampered by defensive struggles. The team’s ability to secure wins despite conceding many goals shows fighting spirit, yet the -25 goal difference reveals room for significant improvement. Strengths include offensive output and determination, while the main area for growth remains defensive solidity. With targeted improvements, the club can aim for a more competitive position in the next season.