Season Review · September 8, 2026
Wiley Athletic: Division 8 review - The season in numbers
Season 22 proved to be a challenging campaign for Wiley Athletic in Division 8. The team finished in 6th place, accumulating 27 points from 7 wins, 6 draws, and 9 losses. Despite their efforts, the season was marked by defensive struggles, conceding 45 goals and ending with a goal difference of -18. Interestingly, this season was a season of football with its own unique story, showcasing the unpredictable nature of the league and the resilience of the squad in facing adversity.
Finished
6th
Points
27
Record
7-6-9
GD
-18
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
6th
Points
27
Win Rate
32%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-2-3-A
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Philippe Robert
CF
9 contributions
Top scorer
Philippe Robert
CF
6 goals
Top assists
Seungwoo Jeong
LCM
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 27
- P54
- Scoring
- 27
- P46
- Defence
- 45
- P42
- Clean sheets
- 6
- P54
- Goal difference
- -18
- P54
Campaign Record
7-6-9
Wins
7
32%
Draws
6
27%
Losses
9
41%
Attack · Defence
-18 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 campaign for Wiley Athletic in Division 8. The team finished in 6th place, accumulating 27 points from 7 wins, 6 draws, and 9 losses. Despite their efforts, the season was marked by defensive struggles, conceding 45 goals and ending with a goal difference of -18. Interestingly, this season was a season of football with its own unique story, showcasing the unpredictable nature of the league and the resilience of the squad in facing adversity.
While the team showed moments of promise, consistency proved elusive throughout the campaign. The season's narrative was shaped by tight matches and tough encounters, reflecting the competitive spirit of Division 8.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Total Goals Scored: 27
- Goals Conceded: 45
- Points Accumulated: 27
- Finished 6th in the league standings
- Notable resilience in draws, with 6 matches ending level
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
Wiley Athletic's season was hampered by a higher number of losses and a significant goal deficit. Improving defensive organization and converting more goal-scoring opportunities could help turn draws into wins and losses into positive results. Addressing these areas could elevate the team’s league standing in future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Wiley Athletic's Season 22 was a year of perseverance amid difficulties. The team demonstrated fighting spirit but struggled defensively and in goal-scoring consistency. Strengths include their ability to secure draws and maintain competitiveness in many fixtures. However, to progress, the club must focus on tightening their defense and boosting their attacking efficiency. With targeted improvements, they can aim for a more balanced and successful season ahead.