
Season Review · April 24, 2026
Foundation building - Laying the groundwork for future success
Season 17 marked a challenging chapter for Sill Albion as they navigated the depths of division 8 in league 69. Finishing in 10th place with 5 wins, 4 draws, and 13 losses, the team faced significant hurdles on their journey. The season's fun fact reveals a goal difference of -26, highlighting the defensive struggles that plagued their campaign. Despite the setbacks, this season served as a vital foundation, offering valuable lessons and experience for the squad to build upon in the seasons ahead.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
10th
Points
19
Record
5-4-13
GD
-26

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
10th
Points
19
Win Rate
23%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-2-3
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Abdoulaye Kouadio
LW
0 contributions
Top scorer
Abdoulaye Kouadio
LW
0 goals
Top assists
Abdoulaye Kouadio
LW
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 19
- P21
- Scoring
- 29
- P33
- Defence
- 55
- P4
- Goal difference
- -26
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
5-4-13
Wins
5
23%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
13
59%
Attack · Defence
-26 GD
The Filing
Gary's notebook, desk by desk — with the forthcoming newsroom voices framed around the edges.
From Gary's Notebook
Season Overview:
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Gary Nano
Season 17 marked a challenging chapter for Sill Albion as they navigated the depths of division 8 in league 69. Finishing in 10th place with 5 wins, 4 draws, and 13 losses, the team faced significant hurdles on their journey. The season's fun fact reveals a goal difference of -26, highlighting the defensive struggles that plagued their campaign. Despite the setbacks, this season served as a vital foundation, offering valuable lessons and experience for the squad to build upon in the seasons ahead.
Throughout the season, Sill Albion showcased resilience and team spirit, with key players contributing across multiple facets of the game. While the results were not always favorable, the club's focus on development and growth remains clear, setting the stage for future success.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Defensive efforts led by Abdulrahman Sayed and Gianpiero Villa, despite conceding 55 goals
- Multiple players contributing in various roles, emphasizing team versatility
- Notable for the collective effort rather than individual goal-scoring, with no goals scored by top players
- Gained valuable experience in a competitive division, preparing for future campaigns
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers:
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Gary Nano
- Paolo Bianco (GK):The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, providing stability between the sticks despite limited appearances.
- Abdulrahman Sayed (CB):The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, anchoring the defense amidst challenges.
- Maurice Sale (RW):The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, offering width and support on the flank.
- Gianpiero Villa (CB):The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, working tirelessly to organize the backline.
- Ivan Erceg (CM):The team player – Contributing in multiple ways, controlling midfield and linking play.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization remains a key focus, as evidenced by the goal difference. Strengthening defensive cohesion and reducing goals conceded will be crucial. Additionally, increasing offensive output and goal-scoring capabilities will help convert more matches into wins, elevating the team's league standing.
Season Rating:(Poor)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Sill Albion's Season 17 was characterized by foundational efforts and a focus on development. While the results were modest and defensive issues persisted, the season provided essential experience for the squad. The team’s versatility and collective spirit are promising signs, but addressing defensive vulnerabilities and boosting attacking potency will be vital for future progress. With continued growth and strategic improvements, Sill Albion can aim for a more competitive and successful campaign in the seasons to come.
