Season Review · July 28, 2025
Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Crouth Albion's 11th season in the seventh division has been a challenging journey, marked by significant defensive struggles and a tough fight for survival. Finishing 11th out of the league's teams, the club managed just one win amid a sea of losses, highlighting the difficulties faced throughout the campaign. The fun fact of the season reveals a goal difference of -75, underscoring the defensive frailties that plagued the team and contributed heavily to their poor league standing.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
11th
Points
6
Record
1-3-18
GD
-75
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
6
Win Rate
5%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
3-4-3-A
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Abdoulaye Coulibaly
0 contributions
Top scorer
Abdoulaye Coulibaly
0 goals
Top assists
Abdoulaye Coulibaly
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 6
- P13
- Scoring
- 17
- P21
- Defence
- 92
- P4
- Goal difference
- -75
- P4
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
1-3-18
Wins
1
5%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
18
82%
Attack · Defence
-75 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
Crouth Albion's 11th season in the seventh division has been a challenging journey, marked by significant defensive struggles and a tough fight for survival. Finishing 11th out of the league's teams, the club managed just one win amid a sea of losses, highlighting the difficulties faced throughout the campaign. The fun fact of the season reveals a goal difference of -75, underscoring the defensive frailties that plagued the team and contributed heavily to their poor league standing.
Despite the hardships, the season offered valuable lessons and an opportunity to identify areas for growth. The team showed resilience in some matches and maintained a fighting spirit, even if the results didn't always reflect their efforts. The focus now shifts to strengthening the defensive line and building a more cohesive unit for future campaigns.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Only 17 goals scored across the season
- Conceded 92 goals, highlighting defensive issues
- Multiple players contributed in various roles despite the tough results
- A season to learn from and lay foundations for improvement
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Thomas Ross: The team player, contributing in multiple ways despite not registering goals or assists. His versatility was a bright spot in a difficult season.
- Khalifa Aly: Another key team player, offering support across various roles, exemplifying team spirit.
- Steven Henderson: Showed commitment and effort, even if statistical contributions were limited.
- Antono Velazquez: Contributed in multiple facets, embodying the collective effort.
- Gregory Green: Demonstrated resilience and team dedication throughout the season.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Crouth Albion must focus on tightening their defensive organization to reduce the number of goals conceded. Developing a more cohesive defensive strategy and improving communication at the back are essential. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring capabilities will be crucial to turn draws into wins and improve overall standings.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Crouth Albion's season has been marked by defensive vulnerabilities and limited offensive output, resulting in a tough league campaign. The team showed commendable spirit and versatility among players, but significant improvements are needed in defensive solidity and goal-scoring. With focused development and strategic adjustments, the club can aim for better results in the upcoming season.