Season Review · September 8, 2026
Don Town: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Don Town, as the team grappled with significant defensive issues and struggled to find consistency on the pitch. Finishing 11th in their division, the club amassed only 2 wins, 3 draws, and suffered 17 defeats. Their goal difference of -75 highlights the defensive struggles throughout the season, with only 11 goals scored compared to 86 conceded. This stark disparity underscores the need for a strategic overhaul to bolster both defensive resilience and attacking potency.
Gary's mark
1/5
Season Review
Finished
11th
Points
9
Record
2-3-17
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
9
Win Rate
9%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3-F9
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Philippe Robert
RF
5 contributions
Top scorer
Philippe Robert
RF
4 goals
Top assists
Nilson Pires
LF
2 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 9
- P13
- Scoring
- 11
- P21
- Defence
- 86
- P13
- Clean sheets
- 3
- P25
- Goal difference
- -75
- P17
1/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
2-3-17
Wins
2
9%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
17
77%
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
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Don Town, as the team grappled with significant defensive issues and struggled to find consistency on the pitch. Finishing 11th in their division, the club amassed only 2 wins, 3 draws, and suffered 17 defeats. Their goal difference of -75 highlights the defensive struggles throughout the season, with only 11 goals scored compared to 86 conceded. This stark disparity underscores the need for a strategic overhaul to bolster both defensive resilience and attacking potency.
Despite the hardships faced, Season 22 offers valuable lessons. The club's resilience and commitment to growth remain vital as they aim to address their shortcomings and build a more competitive squad for the future.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 11 goals across the season
- Conceded 86 goals, reflecting defensive challenges
- Finished 11th in Division 4, League 5
- Secured 3 draws in a tough campaign
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The primary focus should be on strengthening the defensive line to reduce goals conceded and improving attacking efficiency to increase goal tally. Addressing these issues could significantly alter the club’s fortunes in future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was undeniably difficult for Don Town, marked by defensive struggles and limited offensive output. The team’s low points tally and negative goal difference highlight the need for strategic improvements. Moving forward, focusing on defensive organization and attacking creativity will be crucial for climbing the league table and achieving better results. With targeted efforts, Don Town can aim for a more competitive and balanced season in the future.