Season Review · September 8, 2026
Gostimbe: Solid performance - Reliable football with room for growth
Gostimbe's Season 22 was a commendable campaign that showcased their consistency and attacking prowess. Finishing in 5th place in division 6, league 32, the team demonstrated a solid balance of offense and defense, culminating in a goal difference of +42 across 22 league matches. An interesting fun fact from this season is that Gostimbe achieved a remarkable goal difference of +42, highlighting their offensive strength and defensive stability throughout the campaign.
Gary's mark
4/5
Season Review
Finished
5th
Points
42
Record
13-3-6
GD
+42
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
5th
Points
42
Win Rate
59%
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
Julio Ferrari
RCF
15 contributions
Top scorer
Julio Ferrari
RCF
11 goals
Top assists
Ricardo Henriquez
LCM
8 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 42
- P63
- Scoring
- 72
- P88
- Defence
- 30
- P63
- Clean sheets
- 9
- P58
- Goal difference
- +42
- P88
4/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
13-3-6
Wins
13
59%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
6
27%
Attack · Defence
+42 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
Gostimbe's Season 22 was a commendable campaign that showcased their consistency and attacking prowess. Finishing in 5th place in division 6, league 32, the team demonstrated a solid balance of offense and defense, culminating in a goal difference of +42 across 22 league matches. An interesting fun fact from this season is that Gostimbe achieved a remarkable goal difference of +42, highlighting their offensive strength and defensive stability throughout the campaign.
Throughout the season, Gostimbe maintained a steady performance, securing 13 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses. Their ability to score goals while limiting opponents' scoring contributed significantly to their positive standing. Although they did not clinch promotion, their reliable football laid a strong foundation for future growth.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Scored 72 goals in 22 matches, showcasing offensive firepower
- Conceded only 30 goals, reflecting defensive solidity
- Achieved a goal difference of +42, a standout statistic for the season
- Finished 5th in division 6, league 32, maintaining a top-half position
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While Gostimbe displayed a solid overall performance, there remains room for growth in consistency and perhaps tightening defensive lapses in certain matches. Improving performance in away fixtures and maintaining momentum throughout the season could elevate their standing further.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Gostimbe's Season 22 was marked by reliable football and a strong goal difference, reflecting their offensive strength and defensive resilience. The team’s ability to secure a top-half finish in division 6 demonstrates a solid foundation. Moving forward, focusing on consistency and defensive stability could help push them higher in the standings and unlock greater potential for future campaigns.