Season Review · July 28, 2025
Ilme Albion: Dominant force - A season of overwhelming superiority
Ilme Albion's 11th season in Division 7 has been nothing short of extraordinary. Finishing third in the league with a record of 16 wins, just a single draw, and only 5 losses, the team demonstrated remarkable consistency and resilience throughout the campaign. Their goal difference of +45 stands out as one of the best in Division 7, reflecting their formidable attacking prowess and solid defensive organization. This season's success is a testament to the club's strategic planning and the players' unwavering commitment.
Gary's mark
5/5
Excellent
Finished
3rd
Points
49
Record
16-1-5
GD
+45
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
3rd
Points
49
Win Rate
73%
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
Marc Hawkins
CF
13 contributions
Top scorer
Marc Hawkins
CF
9 goals
Top assists
Pedro De Oliveira
RW
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 49
- P83
- Scoring
- 63
- P75
- Defence
- 18
- P79
- Goal difference
- +45
- P83
5/5
Season mark
Excellent
Campaign Record
16-1-5
Wins
16
73%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
5
23%
Attack · Defence
+45 GD
Goal Contributions
Marc Hawkins
Player · 9G · 4A
13
Robert Harris
Player · 7G · 2A
9
Taewook Yoon
Player · 7G
7
Hinata Sage
Player · 6G · 4A
10
Pedro De Oliveira
Player · 5G
5
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
Ilme Albion's 11th season in Division 7 has been nothing short of extraordinary. Finishing third in the league with a record of 16 wins, just a single draw, and only 5 losses, the team demonstrated remarkable consistency and resilience throughout the campaign. Their goal difference of +45 stands out as one of the best in Division 7, reflecting their formidable attacking prowess and solid defensive organization. This season's success is a testament to the club's strategic planning and the players' unwavering commitment.
A fun fact that encapsulates their dominance is their impressive goal difference of +45, among the best in Division 7. This statistic highlights their ability to both score prolifically and defend staunchly, making them a formidable opponent in every fixture. Their balanced approach and team cohesion have been key factors in their impressive league standing.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 63 goals, showcasing their attacking strength
- Conceded only 18 goals, demonstrating defensive solidity
- Maintained an unbeaten streak in most matches, with only 5 losses
- Top scorer Marc Hawkins netted 9 goals with 4 assists
- Multiple players contributed significantly, emphasizing team depth
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Ilme Albion's season has been highly successful, there is room to refine their consistency in away fixtures and further strengthen their defensive organization against top-tier opponents. Developing squad depth to mitigate fatigue and injuries could also elevate their performance in future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Ilme Albion's season has been marked by dominance, teamwork, and impressive statistical achievements. Their ability to score freely while maintaining a tight defense has made them one of the standout teams in Division 7. The club's cohesive play and versatile players have been instrumental in their high league finish. Moving forward, focusing on away game consistency and squad depth could propel them even higher. Overall, a highly commendable season that sets a strong foundation for future success.