Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
The 2023/24 season for Armingste Rangers in Division 5 was undoubtedly a challenging journey. Finishing 11th in the league, the team struggled to find consistency and defensive solidity throughout the campaign. With only 2 wins, 1 draw, and a staggering 19 losses, the Rangers faced an uphill battle every week. A notable fun fact from this season is their goal difference of -68, highlighting the defensive struggles that plagued the team and contributed heavily to their difficult campaign.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
11th
Points
7
Record
2-1-19
GD
-68
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
11th
Points
7
Win Rate
9%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-4-1
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Emmanuel James
LCM
8 contributions
Top scorer
Emmanuel James
LCM
4 goals
Top assists
Emmanuel James
LCM
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 7
- P13
- Scoring
- 22
- P13
- Defence
- 90
- P13
- Goal difference
- -68
- P13
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
2-1-19
Wins
2
9%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
19
86%
Attack · Defence
-68 GD
Goal Contributions
Emmanuel James
Player · 4G · 4A
8
Emilio Olivieri
Player · 2G
2
Matheus De Andrade
Player · 2G · 1A
3
Hichem Boulanger
Player · 1G
1
John Griffiths
Player · 1G · 3A
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
The 2023/24 season for Armingste Rangers in Division 5 was undoubtedly a challenging journey. Finishing 11th in the league, the team struggled to find consistency and defensive solidity throughout the campaign. With only 2 wins, 1 draw, and a staggering 19 losses, the Rangers faced an uphill battle every week. A notable fun fact from this season is their goal difference of -68, highlighting the defensive struggles that plagued the team and contributed heavily to their difficult campaign.
Despite the setbacks, there were some bright spots and individual performances worth highlighting. The team showed resilience and effort, with players contributing across the pitch. This season serves as a valuable learning experience, providing the foundation for future growth and improvement.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Emmanuel James led the team with 4 goals and 4 assists, showcasing his versatility.
- The team demonstrated collective effort, with multiple players contributing in various ways.
- Despite the tough season, players maintained discipline, with no yellow or red cards received.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
The primary area for improvement remains the team's defensive organization and resilience. The -68 goal difference underscores the need for better defensive tactics, positioning, and communication. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring consistency and creating more scoring opportunities could help turn close matches into wins.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
The 2023/24 season for Armingste Rangers was a tough one, marked by defensive vulnerabilities and limited success on the pitch. The team’s strengths lie in their collective effort and individual contributions from key players like Emmanuel James. However, to progress, a focus on defensive organization and tactical adjustments is essential. With a clear plan for improvement, the Rangers can aim for a more competitive and balanced campaign next season.