Season Review · September 8, 2026
Herslance: Dominant force - A season of overwhelming superiority
Season 22 for Herslance was nothing short of extraordinary, showcasing their dominance in division 7. Finishing in 2nd place with a record of 17 wins, just 1 draw, and only 4 losses, the team demonstrated remarkable consistency and strength throughout the campaign. Their offensive prowess was evident, netting an impressive 83 goals, while their defense remained solid, conceding only 20 goals. The fun fact of the season is their goal difference of +63 across 22 league matches, highlighting their overwhelming superiority on the pitch. This season marked a significant achievement for Herslance, establishing them as a formidable force in their division.
Finished
2nd
Points
52
Record
17-1-4
GD
+63
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
2nd
Points
52
Win Rate
77%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-2-3-1
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Zlatko Dukić
RCM
12 contributions
Top scorer
Ricardo Alexandre
LW
8 goals
Top assists
Jesper Carlsen
RW
8 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 52
- P88
- Scoring
- 83
- P88
- Defence
- 20
- P88
- Clean sheets
- 10
- P79
- Goal difference
- +63
- P88
Campaign Record
17-1-4
Wins
17
77%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
4
18%
Attack · Defence
+63 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 22 for Herslance was nothing short of extraordinary, showcasing their dominance in division 7. Finishing in 2nd place with a record of 17 wins, just 1 draw, and only 4 losses, the team demonstrated remarkable consistency and strength throughout the campaign. Their offensive prowess was evident, netting an impressive 83 goals, while their defense remained solid, conceding only 20 goals. The fun fact of the season is their goal difference of +63 across 22 league matches, highlighting their overwhelming superiority on the pitch. This season marked a significant achievement for Herslance, establishing them as a formidable force in their division.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Secured a top-two finish in division 7
- Scored 83 goals, showcasing attacking prowess
- Conceded only 20 goals, demonstrating defensive solidity
- Maintained a high win rate with 17 victories
- Achieved a goal difference of +63, underscoring dominance
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While Herslance's season was highly successful, the team will aim to convert more draws into wins and further tighten their defensive record to minimize goals conceded. Maintaining consistency and building on their offensive momentum could help secure the top spot next season.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Herslance's Season 22 was marked by overwhelming superiority and impressive statistics, especially their goal difference of +63. Their attacking strength and defensive resilience made them a dominant team in division 7. Moving forward, focusing on converting draws into wins and refining defensive stability could elevate their performance even further. Overall, a highly commendable season that sets a strong foundation for future success.