
Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Patent Albion's 11th season in division 7 has been a challenging journey, marked by struggles both defensively and offensively. Finishing 12th out of the league’s 19 teams, the club managed only 2 wins, 2 draws, and a staggering 18 losses. The season's fun fact highlights their defensive woes: a goal difference of -85, reflecting ongoing defensive struggles that hampered their ability to compete effectively. Despite the tough results, the team showed resilience and a commitment to contributing in multiple ways, even if the scoreboard didn't reflect success.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
12th
Points
8
Record
2-2-18
GD
-85

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
12th
Points
8
Win Rate
9%
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
Ahmad Shaheen
0 contributions
Top scorer
Ahmad Shaheen
0 goals
Top assists
Ahmad Shaheen
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 8
- P4
- Scoring
- 11
- P4
- Defence
- 96
- P13
- Goal difference
- -85
- P4
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
2-2-18
Wins
2
9%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
18
82%
Attack · Defence
-85 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
Patent Albion's 11th season in division 7 has been a challenging journey, marked by struggles both defensively and offensively. Finishing 12th out of the league’s 19 teams, the club managed only 2 wins, 2 draws, and a staggering 18 losses. The season's fun fact highlights their defensive woes: a goal difference of -85, reflecting ongoing defensive struggles that hampered their ability to compete effectively. Despite the tough results, the team showed resilience and a commitment to contributing in multiple ways, even if the scoreboard didn't reflect success.
This campaign served as a crucial learning experience for the club, emphasizing the need for defensive solidity and attacking efficiency. The team’s top players, including Werner Schmitt, Augustine Shuaibu, Aly Hamada, Antonio Grossi, and Radomir Begović, contributed in various roles, demonstrating team spirit despite the difficult results. With a focus on development and strategic improvements, the club aims to turn the tide in future seasons.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Showed team spirit with multiple players contributing in various roles
- Maintained resilience despite a tough season
- Gained valuable experience to build upon for the future
- Limited offensive output with only 11 goals scored
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While individual statistics were limited, the team’s top players—Werner Schmitt, Augustine Shuaibu, Aly Hamada, Antonio Grossi, and Radomir Begović—embody the spirit of contribution across multiple facets of play. Their collective efforts highlight a team that, despite the results, remained committed to contributing in various ways, setting a foundation for future growth.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization and resilience must be prioritized to reduce the heavy goal concession. Additionally, offensive productivity needs to be addressed to improve goal-scoring and overall competitiveness. Developing a cohesive tactical approach and fostering attacking creativity will be essential for turning around the club’s fortunes.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Patent Albion’s season was undeniably difficult, with a clear need for defensive stability and offensive efficiency. The club’s strengths lie in their team spirit and willingness to contribute in multiple ways, but the overwhelming goal difference underscores the necessity for strategic improvements. With focused development and tactical adjustments, the club has the potential to improve significantly in the upcoming seasons.
