Season Review · July 28, 2025
Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Harch Albion's 11th season in the league has been a rollercoaster of emotions and performances. Competing in Division 4 of the league system, the team finished in 9th place with a total of 30 points. The season's fun fact reveals a team that loves to attack: they scored an impressive 52 goals, showcasing their prolific attacking football, yet their defensive record was equally revealing, conceding 53 goals—highlighting the unpredictable nature of their campaign. The season was marked by fluctuating results, with moments of brilliance and periods of inconsistency, making it a truly mixed season for the Albion faithful.
Gary's mark
5/5
Average
Finished
9th
Points
30
Record
9-3-10
GD
-1
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
9th
Points
30
Win Rate
41%
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
Walter Meyer
AM
15 contributions
Top scorer
Walter Meyer
AM
12 goals
Top assists
Raul Rivero
CF
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 30
- P29
- Scoring
- 52
- P46
- Defence
- 53
- P46
- Goal difference
- -1
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
9-3-10
Wins
9
41%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
10
45%
Attack · Defence
-1 GD
Goal Contributions
Walter Meyer
Player · 12G · 3A
15
Raul Rivero
Player · 7G · 4A
11
Benito Salinas
Player · 5G · 4A
9
Jonas Soares
Player · 5G · 3A
8
Cesar Velazquez
Player · 4G · 1A
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
Harch Albion's 11th season in the league has been a rollercoaster of emotions and performances. Competing in Division 4 of the league system, the team finished in 9th place with a total of 30 points. The season's fun fact reveals a team that loves to attack: they scored an impressive 52 goals, showcasing their prolific attacking football, yet their defensive record was equally revealing, conceding 53 goals—highlighting the unpredictable nature of their campaign. The season was marked by fluctuating results, with moments of brilliance and periods of inconsistency, making it a truly mixed season for the Albion faithful.
The team’s journey was characterized by resilience and attacking intent, but also by defensive vulnerabilities. Despite the ups and downs, Harch Albion demonstrated a commitment to playing entertaining football, with several players stepping up to contribute significantly on the pitch. Their ability to score goals kept them competitive, even if defensive lapses occasionally cost valuable points.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- 52 Goals Scored– A testament to their attacking prowess this season
- Top Scorer: Walter Meyer– 12 goals and 3 assists in 16 appearances
- Team Player Excellence– Multiple players contributed in attack and build-up play
- Consistent Goal Contributors– Raul Rivero, Benito Salinas, Jonas Soares, and Cesar Velazquez all made vital contributions
- Balanced Record– 9 wins, 3 draws, 10 losses, reflecting a season of fluctuating fortunes
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the attacking output was commendable, Harch Albion’s defensive organization needs attention. Conceding 53 goals indicates vulnerabilities at the back, which, if addressed, could turn narrow losses into valuable points. Additionally, maintaining consistency throughout the season would help improve league standing and overall performance.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Harch Albion’s season has been a tale of attacking flair mixed with defensive lapses. Their prolific goal-scoring ability kept matches exciting, but defensive frailties prevented a higher league finish. The team’s strengths lie in their offensive contributions and the versatility of their key players. To elevate their performance, a focus on defensive solidity and consistency will be essential in the next campaign. Overall, a season of promise with room for growth.