Season Review · July 28, 2025
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
Leigh Albion's 2023/24 season in the eighth division was a journey of growth and resilience. Finishing fourth in their league, the club demonstrated promising signs of development, even if the results were mixed. The season was marked by a balanced record of 10 wins, 1 draw, and 11 losses, reflecting a team still finding its footing in competitive football. Interestingly, this season was a season of football with its own unique story, as Leigh Albion navigated challenges and opportunities alike, setting the stage for future progress.
Gary's mark
5/5
Average
Finished
4th
Points
31
Record
10-1-11
GD
-4
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
31
Win Rate
45%
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
Abdou Konan
0 contributions
Top scorer
Abdou Konan
0 goals
Top assists
Abdou Konan
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 31
- P67
- Scoring
- 32
- P79
- Defence
- 36
- P46
- Goal difference
- -4
- P71
5/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
10-1-11
Wins
10
45%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
11
50%
Attack · Defence
-4 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
Leigh Albion's 2023/24 season in the eighth division was a journey of growth and resilience. Finishing fourth in their league, the club demonstrated promising signs of development, even if the results were mixed. The season was marked by a balanced record of 10 wins, 1 draw, and 11 losses, reflecting a team still finding its footing in competitive football. Interestingly, this season was a season of football with its own unique story, as Leigh Albion navigated challenges and opportunities alike, setting the stage for future progress.
Despite a modest goal tally of 32 goals scored and 36 conceded, the team’s efforts laid a solid foundation for the seasons ahead. Their goal difference of -4 indicates a squad capable of competing and improving, with plenty of room to sharpen their attacking and defensive strategies. The season's overall rating as "Average" underscores a team in transition, eager to build on their experiences and push higher in the standings.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured a top-four finish in a competitive league
- Demonstrated balanced attacking and defensive efforts
- Showed resilience in a season of growth and learning
- Laid the groundwork for future success
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While the season's top players—Ahmed Gaber, Abubakar Babangida, Mahmoud Elsayed, Ken Kurihara, and Fredrick Rabiu—contributed across multiple facets of play, their individual statistics do not yet reflect significant goal or assist contributions. Their collective effort, however, highlights a team-oriented approach, emphasizing versatility and contribution in various roles.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Leigh Albion can focus on enhancing their attacking potency to convert more goal-scoring opportunities and tighten defensive organization to reduce goals conceded. Developing consistency in performances and fostering individual player impact will be crucial for climbing higher in the league standings.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Leigh Albion's 2023/24 season was a foundational chapter, characterized by steady progress and a clear desire to grow. Their balanced record and top-four finish demonstrate potential, but to elevate their league position, improvements in attack and defense are essential. The season served as a valuable learning experience, setting the stage for future success with a committed and adaptable squad.