Season Review · September 8, 2026
New Mitnaby: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Season 22 was a challenging chapter for New Mitnaby, as the team faced significant hurdles throughout their campaign in division 4. The club finished in 10th place, with only 3 wins, 1 draw, and a staggering 18 losses. The season's fun fact highlights a key issue: a goal difference of -80, reflecting ongoing defensive struggles that hampered their overall performance. Despite the adversity, this season provides valuable lessons and a foundation to build upon for future improvement.
Finished
10th
Points
10
Record
3-1-18
GD
-80
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
10
Win Rate
14%
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
Philippe Robert
RF
4 contributions
Top scorer
Philippe Robert
RF
3 goals
Top assists
Michel Lemoine
LM
3 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 10
- P21
- Scoring
- 11
- P21
- Defence
- 91
- P13
- Clean sheets
- 2
- P21
- Goal difference
- -80
- P17
Campaign Record
3-1-18
Wins
3
14%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
18
82%
Attack · Defence
-80 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 was a challenging chapter for New Mitnaby, as the team faced significant hurdles throughout their campaign in division 4. The club finished in 10th place, with only 3 wins, 1 draw, and a staggering 18 losses. The season's fun fact highlights a key issue: a goal difference of -80, reflecting ongoing defensive struggles that hampered their overall performance. Despite the adversity, this season provides valuable lessons and a foundation to build upon for future improvement.
This campaign was marked by a tough defensive record, conceding 91 goals across the season, which significantly impacted their ability to compete effectively in the league. The team scored just 11 goals, indicating challenges in attack as well. While the results were disappointing, the experience gained can serve as a catalyst for strategic changes and development moving forward.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- No major victories, but the team maintained resilience in some matches
- Scored 11 goals despite offensive struggles
- Gained experience in a tough division, setting the stage for future growth
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The primary focus should be on defensive organization and consistency, as evidenced by the high number of goals conceded. Improving offensive output and converting more scoring opportunities would also help balance the team’s overall performance. Addressing these issues could significantly alter the team’s fortunes in upcoming seasons.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a difficult campaign for New Mitnaby, characterized by defensive struggles and limited offensive success. The team finished in 10th place with only 3 wins and a goal difference of -80, highlighting the need for strategic improvements. While the results were disappointing, the season offers a valuable learning experience. Focusing on defensive solidity and attacking efficiency will be crucial for future progress. With targeted development, the club can aim to turn these challenges into opportunities for growth.