
Season Review · July 28, 2025
Dominant force - A season of overwhelming superiority
Royalmling's 11th season in Division 7 has been nothing short of spectacular. Finishing second in the league with a record of 17 wins, 2 draws, and just 3 losses, the team demonstrated remarkable consistency and resilience. Their goal difference of +40 stands out as one of the best in Division 7, a testament to their offensive prowess and defensive solidity. This season's success is a clear reflection of their collective strength and tactical discipline, making them a formidable contender throughout the campaign.
Gary's mark
5/5
Excellent
Finished
2nd
Points
53
Record
17-2-3
GD
+40

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
2nd
Points
53
Win Rate
77%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-2-3-1
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Dragan Blažević
LW
14 contributions
Top scorer
Hidetoshi Hika
RW
8 goals
Top assists
Dragan Blažević
LW
9 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 53
- P88
- Scoring
- 63
- P71
- Defence
- 23
- P79
- Goal difference
- +40
- P88
5/5
Season mark
Excellent
Campaign Record
17-2-3
Wins
17
77%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
3
14%
Attack · Defence
+40 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
Royalmling's 11th season in Division 7 has been nothing short of spectacular. Finishing second in the league with a record of 17 wins, 2 draws, and just 3 losses, the team demonstrated remarkable consistency and resilience. Their goal difference of +40 stands out as one of the best in Division 7, a testament to their offensive prowess and defensive solidity. This season's success is a clear reflection of their collective strength and tactical discipline, making them a formidable contender throughout the campaign.
A fun fact that encapsulates their dominance: Royalmling's goal difference of +40 is among the best in Division 7, highlighting their overwhelming superiority on both ends of the pitch. Their ability to outscore opponents while maintaining a tight defense has been a key factor in their high league standing. The team’s balanced approach and unwavering commitment have made this season one to remember.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured 2nd place in Division 7 with a strong points tally of 53
- Scored 63 goals, showcasing attacking versatility
- Conceded only 23 goals, reflecting defensive resilience
- Maintained an impressive goal difference of +40
- Consistent performance with only 3 losses all season
From the Columns Desk
The team player - Contributing in multiple ways
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Hidetoshi Hika: With 8 goals and 1 assist in 12 appearances, Hika has been a versatile contributor, offering both goal-scoring and team play without receiving any cards.
- Brahima Konan: A consistent presence with 5 goals and 2 assists over 14 matches, showcasing his all-around contribution.
- Jose Bamba: Also netting 5 goals in 11 appearances, Bamba has been a reliable offensive option.
- Dragan Blažević: Leading in assists with 9 and contributing 5 goals across 11 appearances, Blažević has been pivotal in creating scoring opportunities.
- Jeongho Che: Adding 4 goals and 2 assists in 13 appearances, Che has been a key part of the attacking unit.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Royalmling's season has been highly successful, there is room to tighten defensive organization further, especially against top-tier opponents. Additionally, increasing goal contributions from other squad members could provide more depth and unpredictability in attack.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Royalmling's season has been marked by dominance and consistency, underpinned by a balanced squad capable of both scoring freely and defending resolutely. Their impressive goal difference and overall points tally reflect a team that has performed at a high level throughout the campaign. Moving forward, focusing on defensive solidity against stronger teams and broadening their attacking options could elevate them even further. Overall, this has been a season of overwhelming superiority, and Royalmling can look ahead with confidence for future challenges.
