Season Review · April 24, 2026
Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Season 17 for Sandsend was a rollercoaster of performances, marked by moments of promise and periods of struggle. Finishing in 7th place in their division, the team managed to secure 10 wins but also faced 12 defeats, highlighting the inconsistency that defined their campaign. An intriguing fun fact from this season is their goal difference of -22, revealing significant defensive struggles throughout the year. Despite these setbacks, Sandsend demonstrated resilience and attacking intent, scoring a total of 42 goals across the season.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
7th
Points
30
Record
10-0-12
GD
-22
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
30
Win Rate
45%
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
Carsten Fischer
RCM
8 contributions
Top scorer
Moustapha Kouame
CF
6 goals
Top assists
Giorgio Marchetti
LCB
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 30
- P46
- Scoring
- 42
- P46
- Defence
- 64
- P38
- Goal difference
- -22
- P46
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
10-0-12
Wins
10
45%
Draws
0
0%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-22 GD
Goal Contributions
Moustapha Kouame
CF · 6G
6
Seungho Pyun
CF · 4G · 1A
5
Carsten Fischer
CF · 4G · 4A
8
Petar Penev
AM · 2G · 2A
4
Frank de Vries
CM
0
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 17 for Sandsend was a rollercoaster of performances, marked by moments of promise and periods of struggle. Finishing in 7th place in their division, the team managed to secure 10 wins but also faced 12 defeats, highlighting the inconsistency that defined their campaign. An intriguing fun fact from this season is their goal difference of -22, revealing significant defensive struggles throughout the year. Despite these setbacks, Sandsend demonstrated resilience and attacking intent, scoring a total of 42 goals across the season.
The season was characterized by a mixture of individual brilliance and collective effort. The team’s attacking lineup featured several key contributors who stepped up at different times, but defensive lapses often hampered their ability to climb higher in the standings. Overall, Sandsend's season was a testament to their fighting spirit amid a challenging league environment.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Moustapha Kouame led the attack with 6 goals, showing his goal-scoring prowess
- Carsten Fischer contributed with 4 goals and 4 assists, a true team player
- Petar Penev provided versatility with 2 goals and 2 assists from midfield
- Demonstrated attacking intent with 42 goals scored despite defensive issues
- Defensive organization remains an area for growth, as reflected in the -22 goal difference
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensively, Sandsend faced significant challenges, as evidenced by their goal difference of -22. Improving organizational structure at the back and reducing individual errors could help turn close defeats into draws or wins. Additionally, maintaining consistency across matches would be vital for climbing higher in the league standings.
Season Rating:(Average)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Sandsend's Season 17 was a mixed bag, showcasing attacking talent and resilience but hampered by defensive frailties. The team’s strengths lie in their offensive contributions and individual player efforts, but to elevate their league position, a more solid defensive foundation and consistent performance are essential. With targeted improvements, Sandsend can aim for a more balanced and successful campaign in the seasons ahead.