Season Review · July 28, 2025
Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
The 11th season for St Islow in the seventh division has been a rollercoaster of emotions, marked by moments of promise and periods of challenge. Finishing in 8th place out of the league's 12 teams, the team amassed a total of 33 points from 10 wins, 3 draws, and 9 losses. Despite a goal difference of -4, the season was characterized by resilience and team effort, with players contributing across the pitch. Fun fact: this season was truly a football story of its own, filled with unpredictable turns and memorable moments.
Gary's mark
5/5
Average
Finished
8th
Points
33
Record
10-3-9
GD
-4
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
8th
Points
33
Win Rate
45%
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
Thierry Faure
RW
11 contributions
Top scorer
Thierry Faure
RW
8 goals
Top assists
Muyeol Ryu
LW
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 33
- P42
- Scoring
- 45
- P29
- Defence
- 49
- P50
- Goal difference
- -4
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
10-3-9
Wins
10
45%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
9
41%
Attack · Defence
-4 GD
Goal Contributions
Thierry Faure
Player · 8G · 3A
11
Vincenzo Bernardini
Player · 4G
4
Sungwoo Jung
Player · 4G · 1A
5
Victor Alvarez
Player · 3G · 1A
4
Drissa Kouakou
Player · 2G · 1A
3
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
The 11th season forSt Islowin the seventh division has been a rollercoaster of emotions, marked by moments of promise and periods of challenge. Finishing in 8th place out of the league's 12 teams, the team amassed a total of 33 points from 10 wins, 3 draws, and 9 losses. Despite a goal difference of -4, the season was characterized by resilience and team effort, with players contributing across the pitch. Fun fact: this season was truly a football story of its own, filled with unpredictable turns and memorable moments.
The team’s attacking efforts resulted in 45 goals, while defensively, they conceded 49. The squad's collective spirit was evident, with several players stepping up in key moments. The season's narrative was shaped by a squad that fought hard, often coming close to turning the tide in their favor.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Thierry Faure led the team with 8 goals and 3 assists, showcasing his versatility.
- Sungwoo Jung contributed with 4 goals and 1 assist, providing crucial support.
- The team displayed resilience, with multiple players contributing in various roles.
- A season of ups and downs, but consistent effort from the squad.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the team showed resilience, defensive solidity could be enhanced to reduce goals conceded. Consistency across matches remains a challenge, and refining tactical discipline could help turn narrow losses into valuable points. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring efficiency would bolster the team’s chances of climbing higher in the league table.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
St Islow’s season was a mixed bag, marked by moments of collective effort and individual brilliance. The team’s strengths lie in their versatile players and fighting spirit, but defensive organization and consistency need attention for future success. With a few tactical adjustments and continued team development, the club can aim for a more stable and promising campaign next season.