Season Review · September 8, 2026
Crow Athletic: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Crow Athletic, as they navigated the complexities of Division 6 in League 2. With only 3 wins and a staggering 19 losses, the team faced significant hurdles throughout the campaign. Their goal tally of just 11 contrasted sharply with their defensive struggles, culminating in a daunting goal difference of -93. This stark figure highlights the defensive struggles that plagued the team, making it difficult to secure positive results consistently. Interestingly, despite the tough season, the club's resilience and commitment to growth remain evident, setting the stage for potential improvements ahead.
Gary's mark
1/5
Season Review
Finished
10th
Points
9
Record
3-0-19
GD
-93
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
9
Win Rate
14%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
3-4-1-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Pedro Chagas
LM
5 contributions
Top scorer
Pedro Chagas
LM
2 goals
Top assists
Nilson Pires
RCF
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 9
- P21
- Scoring
- 11
- P13
- Defence
- 104
- P4
- Clean sheets
- 0
- P8
- Goal difference
- -93
- P4
1/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
3-0-19
Wins
3
14%
Draws
0
0%
Losses
19
86%
Attack · Defence
-93 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 chapter for Crow Athletic, as they navigated the complexities of Division 6 in League 2. With only 3 wins and a staggering 19 losses, the team faced significant hurdles throughout the campaign. Their goal tally of just 11 contrasted sharply with their defensive struggles, culminating in a daunting goal difference of -93. This stark figure highlights the defensive struggles that plagued the team, making it difficult to secure positive results consistently. Interestingly, despite the tough season, the club's resilience and commitment to growth remain evident, setting the stage for potential improvements ahead.
A fun fact from this season is their goal difference of -93, underscoring the defensive struggles throughout the campaign. Such a statistic emphasizes the need for a strategic overhaul to bolster the backline and improve overall team stability.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Few bright spots in an otherwise tough season
- Demonstrated resilience despite setbacks
- Gained valuable experience at this level
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The team’s record of 3 wins, 19 losses, and a goal difference of -93 clearly indicates a need for defensive organization and consistency. Addressing these issues will be crucial for climbing the league table and turning around future performances.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was undeniably a difficult campaign for Crow Athletic, marked by defensive struggles and a challenging league position. While the team faced significant setbacks, this season serves as a foundation for learning and future development. Strengths include the resilience shown amidst adversity, but areas for improvement are evident, particularly in defense and overall consistency. With targeted efforts, Crow Athletic can aim for a more competitive showing in the seasons to come.