Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Fordebder's 11th season in the sixth division has been a challenging journey, marked by struggles on both ends of the pitch. Finishing 11th out of the league's 32 teams, the team managed only 2 wins, 3 draws, and suffered a heavy 17 losses. The season's fun fact reveals a goal difference of -60, highlighting significant defensive issues that hampered their overall performance. Despite these setbacks, there were moments of individual brilliance and team effort, laying the groundwork for future improvements.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
11th
Points
9
Record
2-3-17
GD
-60
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
9
Win Rate
9%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3-D
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Ahmed Farouk
CF
3 contributions
Top scorer
Ahmed Farouk
CF
3 goals
Top assists
Dimitar Lučić
RDM
2 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 9
- P13
- Scoring
- 13
- P13
- Defence
- 73
- P21
- Goal difference
- -60
- P17
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
2-3-17
Wins
2
9%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
17
77%
Attack · Defence
-60 GD
Goal Contributions
Ahmed Farouk
Player · 3G
3
Robert Morel
Player · 3G
3
Eduardo Acosta
Player · 2G
2
Hector Alvarez
Player · 1G · 1A
2
Klaus Braun
Player · 1G · 1A
2
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
Fordebder's 11th season in the sixth division has been a challenging journey, marked by struggles on both ends of the pitch. Finishing 11th out of the league's 32 teams, the team managed only 2 wins, 3 draws, and suffered a heavy 17 losses. The season's fun fact reveals a goal difference of -60, highlighting significant defensive issues that hampered their overall performance. Despite these setbacks, there were moments of individual brilliance and team effort, laying the groundwork for future improvements.
This campaign serves as a valuable learning experience for Fordebder, emphasizing the need for defensive solidity and consistency. With a core group of players contributing across various facets, the club has the foundation to rebuild and aim higher in the next season.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Team Player Dedication:Multiple players contributed both offensively and defensively, showcasing team spirit.
- Top Goalscorers:Ahmed Farouk and Robert Morel each netted 3 goals, leading the scoring charts.
- Player Versatility:Several players, including Hector Alvarez and Klaus Braun, contributed with goals and assists, indicating a flexible squad.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization remains a critical area for development, as evidenced by the substantial goal difference. Improving defensive discipline, positioning, and communication will be essential to turn close matches into positive results. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring efficiency and consistency across the squad could help elevate the team's league standing.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Fordebder's season has been a tough but instructive experience. The team displayed resilience and individual effort, but defensive frailties and inconsistency hindered their progress. Strengths include dedicated players willing to contribute in multiple ways and a solid foundation for future growth. To move forward, focusing on defensive stability and tactical discipline will be crucial. With targeted improvements, Fordebder can aim for a more competitive and balanced campaign next season.