Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
The 11th season for Far-le in Division 8 of League 71 was a year of steady development and learning. Finishing in 9th place with 5 wins, 9 draws, and 8 losses, the team accumulated 24 points. While the results may not have set the league alight, this season was undeniably a foundation for future progress. A fun fact about this campaign is that it was a season of football with its own unique story—one of resilience and collective effort, even if the scoreboard didn’t always reflect dominance.
Finished
9th
Points
24
Record
5-9-8
GD
-17
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
9th
Points
24
Win Rate
23%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-4-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Abdoulaye Ouattara
0 contributions
Top scorer
Abdoulaye Ouattara
0 goals
Top assists
Abdoulaye Ouattara
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 24
- P29
- Scoring
- 26
- P46
- Defence
- 43
- P42
- Goal difference
- -17
- P33
Campaign Record
5-9-8
Wins
5
23%
Draws
9
41%
Losses
8
36%
Attack · Defence
-17 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
The 11th season for Far-le in Division 8 of League 71 was a year of steady development and learning. Finishing in 9th place with 5 wins, 9 draws, and 8 losses, the team accumulated 24 points. While the results may not have set the league alight, this season was undeniably a foundation for future progress. A fun fact about this campaign is that it was a season of football with its own unique story—one of resilience and collective effort, even if the scoreboard didn’t always reflect dominance.
Throughout the season, Far-le showcased a commitment to building a cohesive squad, with several players contributing in multiple ways. Despite the lack of standout goal scorers, the team’s spirit and camaraderie were evident, setting the stage for growth in the seasons to come.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights 🎯
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Solid Defensive Effort:Conceded 43 goals, showing resilience despite challenges
- Team Unity:Multiple players contributed across various facets of play
- Development Focus:Emphasized squad building and experience for future campaigns
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers ⭐
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Michael Gilbert:The team player—Contributing in multiple ways, though no goals or assists recorded this season.
- Boris Radošević:The team player—A versatile presence, providing support across the pitch.
- Ken Smith:The team player—A consistent squad member, contributing to team dynamics.
- Andrew Rahman:The team player—Focused on collective effort rather than individual stats.
- Daniel Beltran:The team player—Part of the squad’s core, emphasizing teamwork over personal accolades.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement 🚧
Desk lens
Touchline
Far-le’s season highlighted the need for increased attacking potency and goal-scoring. Developing a more clinical finishing approach and creating more goal opportunities could turn draws into wins. Additionally, tightening defensive organization could reduce the number of goals conceded, improving overall results.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Far-le’s 2023/24 campaign was characterized by a collective effort and a focus on laying the groundwork for future success. The team’s strengths lie in their unity and resilience, setting a solid foundation for growth. However, to elevate their league standing, improvements in attack and defensive solidity are essential. With continued development and strategic refinement, Far-le can look forward to more competitive seasons ahead.