Season Review · September 8, 2026
Mall Tam: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Mall Tam, as the team navigated a tough campaign in division 7. Finishing in 10th place out of the league, the club accumulated only 4 wins, 6 draws, and suffered 12 defeats. The season was marked by defensive struggles, with a goal difference of -34, highlighting the difficulties faced at the back. Despite some moments of resilience, the team struggled to find consistency and often found themselves on the losing side. Fun fact: the goal difference of -34 underscores the defensive struggles throughout the season, which significantly impacted their overall standing.
Gary's mark
1/5
Poor
Finished
10th
Points
18
Record
4-6-12
GD
-34
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
10th
Points
18
Win Rate
18%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-2-2-2-WB
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Philippe Robert
RCF
13 contributions
Top scorer
Philippe Robert
RCF
10 goals
Top assists
Pedro Chagas
LAM
9 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 18
- P21
- Scoring
- 27
- P13
- Defence
- 61
- P13
- Clean sheets
- 3
- P50
- Goal difference
- -34
- P21
1/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
4-6-12
Wins
4
18%
Draws
6
27%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-34 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
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Mall Tam, as the team navigated a tough campaign in division 7. Finishing in 10th place out of the league, the club accumulated only 4 wins, 6 draws, and suffered 12 defeats. The season was marked by defensive struggles, with a goal difference of -34, highlighting the difficulties faced at the back. Despite some moments of resilience, the team struggled to find consistency and often found themselves on the losing side. Fun fact: the goal difference of -34 underscores the defensive struggles throughout the season, which significantly impacted their overall standing.
This season served as a tough learning experience for Mall Tam, emphasizing the need for defensive solidity and tactical adjustments moving forward. The club's efforts to improve will be crucial as they aim to climb the division ladder in future campaigns.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 27 goals across the season
- Secured 6 draws, showing some resilience
- Gained valuable experience in a competitive division
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Mall Tam's primary focus should be on defensive organization and consistency, as reflected by the significant goal difference of -34. Addressing defensive vulnerabilities and improving overall team cohesion will be vital to avoid heavy defeats and secure more positive results in future seasons.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a difficult campaign for Mall Tam, marked by defensive struggles and a lower league finish. While the team showed resilience in some matches, the overall results highlight the need for defensive improvements and tactical adjustments. Strengths include the ability to score goals and secure draws, but the club must work on consistency and defensive stability to move up the division. With targeted improvements, Mall Tam can aim for a more competitive and balanced season ahead.