Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Shrawen's 11th season in the fifth division was undoubtedly a challenging journey. Finishing 11th in league 15, the team faced numerous hurdles, reflected in their record of just 3 wins, 4 draws, and a daunting 15 losses. The season's fun fact reveals a goal difference of -31, highlighting significant defensive struggles that hampered their overall performance. Despite these setbacks, the team showed resilience and a fighting spirit, with moments of individual brilliance and collective effort.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
11th
Points
13
Record
3-4-15
GD
-31
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
13
Win Rate
14%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-1-2-1-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Angel Fox
RW
6 contributions
Top scorer
Paulo Vieira
CF
3 goals
Top assists
Angel Fox
RW
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 13
- P13
- Scoring
- 17
- P13
- Defence
- 48
- P38
- Goal difference
- -31
- P13
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
3-4-15
Wins
3
14%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
15
68%
Attack · Defence
-31 GD
Goal Contributions
Paulo Vieira
Player · 3G · 2A
5
Bruno Santos
Player · 2G · 1A
3
Moustafa Metwally
Player · 2G · 2A
4
Teo Mandić
Player · 2G
2
Angel Fox
Player · 2G · 4A
6
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
Shrawen's 11th season in the fifth division was undoubtedly a challenging journey. Finishing 11th in league 15, the team faced numerous hurdles, reflected in their record of just 3 wins, 4 draws, and a daunting 15 losses. The season's fun fact reveals a goal difference of -31, highlighting significant defensive struggles that hampered their overall performance. Despite these setbacks, the team showed resilience and a fighting spirit, with moments of individual brilliance and collective effort.
This campaign served as a valuable learning experience for Shrawen, emphasizing the need for defensive solidity and consistency. The team’s commitment to contributing in multiple ways was evident through their top players, who balanced offensive contributions with team-oriented play. As they look ahead, the focus will be on addressing defensive frailties and building a more cohesive unit for future seasons.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Strong team spirit with multiple players contributing offensively
- Paulo Vieira, Bruno Santos, Moustafa Metwally, Teo Mandić, and Angel Fox all made notable contributions
- Resilience in facing a tough season with several draws and close matches
- Opportunities for growth and development in defensive organization
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization remains the primary area for growth, as evidenced by the significant goal difference. Improving defensive cohesion, reducing individual errors, and maintaining focus during matches could turn close games into positive results. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring efficiency and converting more chances would bolster the team’s competitiveness.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Shrawen's season was marked by adversity and valuable lessons. The team’s strengths lay in their collective effort and the versatile contributions of key players. However, defensive frailties and inconsistent results hindered their progress. With targeted improvements in defense and tactical discipline, Shrawen has the potential to elevate their performance in the next campaign. This season, while tough, sets the foundation for future growth and success.