Season Review · September 8, 2026
Ludbury Town: Division 8 review - The season in numbers
Season 22 proved to be a challenging campaign for Ludbury Town in Division 8. Finishing in 7th place, the club managed to secure a modest 6 wins, but struggled defensively throughout the season. The fun fact for this campaign is that Ludbury Town recorded a goal difference of -25, highlighting significant defensive issues that hampered their overall performance. Despite some promising attacking moments, the team often found themselves on the back foot, conceding too many goals and ultimately falling short of higher league ambitions.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
7th
Points
22
Record
6-4-12
GD
-25
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
7th
Points
22
Win Rate
27%
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
Pedro Chagas
RW
9 contributions
Top scorer
Pedro Chagas
RW
7 goals
Top assists
Philippe Robert
LW
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 22
- P46
- Scoring
- 26
- P29
- Defence
- 51
- P46
- Clean sheets
- 4
- P42
- Goal difference
- -25
- P46
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
6-4-12
Wins
6
27%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-25 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
Season 22 proved to be a challenging campaign for Ludbury Town in Division 8. Finishing in 7th place, the club managed to secure a modest 6 wins, but struggled defensively throughout the season. The fun fact for this campaign is that Ludbury Town recorded a goal difference of -25, highlighting significant defensive issues that hampered their overall performance. Despite some promising attacking moments, the team often found themselves on the back foot, conceding too many goals and ultimately falling short of higher league ambitions.
This season's results reflect a team that fought hard but was often outmatched at the back. The club’s efforts to balance attack and defense did not quite come together, leaving them in the middle of the table with a total of 22 points. With a mix of draws and losses, Ludbury Town faced a tough road in their division, but the season also provided valuable lessons for future improvement.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 26 goals across the season
- Conceded 51 goals, revealing defensive struggles
- Achieved 4 draws, showing resilience in some matches
- Secured 6 wins despite challenges
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
Ludbury Town's season was marked by defensive vulnerabilities, as evidenced by the -25 goal difference. Addressing defensive organization and resilience will be crucial in turning close matches into positive results. Improving consistency in attack and reducing the number of goals conceded could significantly alter future fortunes.
Season Rating:(Poor)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a difficult campaign for Ludbury Town, with defensive struggles and a middling league position reflecting the challenges faced. While the team showed some resilience and scored a fair number of goals, the defensive frailties ultimately limited their success. Focusing on defensive solidity and maintaining attacking intent could help the club improve in the next season. The season’s results highlight the need for strategic adjustments to climb higher in the division.