Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
Soury's 11th season in Division 8 has been a promising chapter, showcasing a team that is steadily establishing itself within the league. Finishing in 4th place with 14 wins, 3 draws, and only 5 losses, the club demonstrated resilience and consistency throughout the campaign. Their impressive goal difference of +29 — among the best in Division 8 — highlights their offensive potency and defensive solidity, setting a solid foundation for future growth. This season's performance underscores Soury's commitment to building a competitive squad capable of challenging higher up the table.
Gary's mark
5/5
Very Good
Finished
4th
Points
45
Record
14-3-5
GD
+29
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
4th
Points
45
Win Rate
64%
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
Lloyd Fernandez
AM
18 contributions
Top scorer
Lloyd Fernandez
AM
12 goals
Top assists
Lloyd Fernandez
AM
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 45
- P71
- Scoring
- 62
- P75
- Defence
- 33
- P71
- Goal difference
- +29
- P71
5/5
Season mark
Very Good
Campaign Record
14-3-5
Wins
14
64%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
5
23%
Attack · Defence
+29 GD
Goal Contributions
Lloyd Fernandez
Player · 12G · 6A
18
Gianni Lombardo
Player · 10G · 4A
14
Ivica Glavaš
Player · 8G · 2A
10
Agostino Vitali
Player · 7G · 6A
13
Toshio Ageta
Player · 5G · 3A
8
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
Soury's 11th season in Division 8 has been a promising chapter, showcasing a team that is steadily establishing itself within the league. Finishing in 4th place with 14 wins, 3 draws, and only 5 losses, the club demonstrated resilience and consistency throughout the campaign. Their impressive goal difference of +29 — among the best in Division 8 — highlights their offensive potency and defensive solidity, setting a solid foundation for future growth. This season's performance underscores Soury's commitment to building a competitive squad capable of challenging higher up the table.
The team’s collective effort was evident, with multiple players contributing significantly on both ends of the pitch. Their balanced approach and cohesive play have laid the groundwork for what could be an exciting future in the league. The club’s focus on developing versatile players and fostering team chemistry has paid dividends, making this season a true stepping stone for the club’s ambitions.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Goal difference of +29 — among the best in Division 8
- Secured a top-four league finish, signaling competitive consistency
- Lloyd Fernandez led with 12 goals and 6 assists, showcasing his all-around contribution
- Strong defensive record with only 33 goals conceded
- Team unity reflected in zero yellow or red cards for key players
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Soury’s season has been commendable, there is room to enhance their consistency in away fixtures and tighten defensive organization against top-tier opponents. Developing squad depth to manage fixture congestion and reducing minor lapses in concentration could elevate their league standing further.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Soury’s season has been a solid demonstration of strategic growth and team cohesion. Their impressive goal difference and top-four finish highlight their offensive strength and defensive resilience. The key players’ contributions and the club’s focus on building a versatile squad suggest a bright future. To push even higher, the team should focus on maintaining consistency across all competitions and further developing their defensive solidity. Overall, this season has laid a strong foundation for future success, and Soury’s trajectory looks promising.