Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Cham Cord's 11th season in the seventh division was undoubtedly a challenging journey. Finishing in 9th place with a record of 6 wins, 4 draws, and 12 losses, the team struggled to find consistency throughout the campaign. The fun fact of the season highlights a significant issue: a goal difference of -38, reflecting defensive struggles that hampered their ability to compete at a higher level. Despite these setbacks, the team showed resilience and individual brilliance, with players stepping up in various roles.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
9th
Points
22
Record
6-4-12
GD
-38
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
9th
Points
22
Win Rate
27%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-4-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Mahmoud Diab
RCF
9 contributions
Top scorer
Mahmoud Diab
RCF
6 goals
Top assists
Mahmoud Diab
RCF
3 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 22
- P29
- Scoring
- 29
- P21
- Defence
- 67
- P29
- Goal difference
- -38
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
6-4-12
Wins
6
27%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-38 GD
Goal Contributions
Mahmoud Diab
Player · 6G · 3A
9
William O'Sullivan
Player · 6G · 1A
7
Usman Aliyu
Player · 3G · 3A
6
Hyunsik Song
Player · 2G · 2A
4
Gideon Salihu
Player · 2G · 2A
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
Cham Cord's 11th season in the seventh division was undoubtedly a challenging journey. Finishing in 9th place with a record of 6 wins, 4 draws, and 12 losses, the team struggled to find consistency throughout the campaign. The fun fact of the season highlights a significant issue: a goal difference of -38, reflecting defensive struggles that hampered their ability to compete at a higher level. Despite these setbacks, the team showed resilience and individual brilliance, with players stepping up in various roles.
This season served as a valuable learning experience for Cham Cord, emphasizing the need for defensive organization and tactical refinement. The squad demonstrated moments of promise and collective effort, laying the groundwork for future improvement. The season's difficulties underscore the importance of building a more solid defensive foundation while maintaining their attacking spirit.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Mahmoud Diab and William O'Sullivan both scored 6 goals, showcasing offensive potential
- Multiple players contributed across the pitch, emphasizing team versatility
- Player dedication with no yellow or red cards throughout the season
- Gained valuable experience and identified key areas for tactical improvements
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization remains the primary concern, as evidenced by the significant goal difference. Improving defensive cohesion, reducing individual errors, and adopting a more disciplined tactical approach could help turn losses into draws or wins. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring efficiency and consistency will be vital for climbing the league table.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Cham Cord's season was marked by defensive vulnerabilities and inconsistent results, but also by individual performances that offered hope for the future. The team’s strengths lie in their versatile players and their resilience in facing adversity. To progress, a focus on defensive solidity and tactical discipline is essential. With targeted improvements, Cham Cord can aim for a more competitive and balanced campaign next season.