
Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Redon Albion's 11th season in the seventh division was undoubtedly a challenging journey. Finishing in 10th place with just 3 wins, 3 draws, and a staggering 16 losses, the team struggled to find consistency throughout the campaign. Their goal tally of 22 was modest, but the real issue lay at the back, where they conceded 90 goals—an alarming average of over 5 per game. This defensive frailty is underscored by their goal difference of -68, highlighting the defensive struggles that plagued their season. Interestingly, despite the tough results, the squad displayed resilience and team spirit, with several players contributing in multiple ways, even if the goals didn't flow.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
10th
Points
12
Record
3-3-16
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
10th
Points
12
Win Rate
14%
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
Abubakar Musa
0 contributions
Top scorer
Abubakar Musa
0 goals
Top assists
Abubakar Musa
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 12
- P21
- Scoring
- 22
- P13
- Defence
- 90
- P13
- Goal difference
- -68
- P13
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
3-3-16
Wins
3
14%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
16
73%
Attack · Defence
-68 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
Redon Albion's 11th season in the seventh division was undoubtedly a challenging journey. Finishing in 10th place with just 3 wins, 3 draws, and a staggering 16 losses, the team struggled to find consistency throughout the campaign. Their goal tally of 22 was modest, but the real issue lay at the back, where they conceded 90 goals—an alarming average of over 5 per game. This defensive frailty is underscored by their goal difference of -68, highlighting the defensive struggles that plagued their season. Interestingly, despite the tough results, the squad displayed resilience and team spirit, with several players contributing in multiple ways, even if the goals didn't flow.
A fun fact from this season is their goal difference of -68, a clear indicator of defensive vulnerabilities. It’s a season that will serve as a valuable learning curve for Redon Albion, emphasizing the need for defensive organization and tactical adjustments to turn their fortunes around in future campaigns.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Most Goals Conceded: 90, highlighting defensive issues
- Multiple players contributed in various roles despite limited goals
- Resilience shown in some hard-fought draws
- Season to learn from for strategic improvements
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While no player registered goals or assists this season, the squad's collective effort in contributing across multiple roles was notable. Rafael Pinto, Paulo Costa, Francisco Gonzalez, Giuseppe Conte, and Antonio Castelli all exemplified the team player ethos, contributing in various ways despite the lack of goal-scoring output. Their dedication and versatility are commendable, and they form the foundation upon which future improvements can be built.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Redon Albion's primary focus must be on defensive organization and discipline. The high number of goals conceded indicates a need for tactical refinement, better communication, and perhaps a reassessment of defensive personnel or formations. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring threat and creating more attacking opportunities would help balance the team’s performances. Developing a more cohesive attacking strategy and fostering goal-scoring confidence will be vital moving forward.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Redon Albion's season was marked by defensive struggles and a lack of offensive firepower, resulting in a difficult campaign. The team’s strengths lie in their collective effort and resilience, but significant improvements are needed in defensive solidity and attacking potency. With focused tactical adjustments and player development, the club has the potential to turn this challenging season into a stepping stone for future success.
