Season Review · April 24, 2026
Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Season 17 proved to be a rollercoaster for Finceham Albion, a club navigating the challenging waters of Division 6 in League 20. Finishing in 7th place with 10 wins, 12 losses, and no draws, the team experienced a season marked by inconsistency and resilience. Despite a goal difference of just -2, the squad managed to score 49 goals while conceding 51, reflecting a team capable of offensive flair but also vulnerable at the back. Interestingly, Finceham Albion's season was a story of contrasts—highlighted by moments of brilliance and periods of struggle—making it a truly unique chapter in their footballing journey.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
7th
Points
30
Record
10-0-12
GD
-2
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
4-2-3-1
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Andrew Carter
CF
9 contributions
Top scorer
Andrew Carter
CF
9 goals
Top assists
Tomas Medina
LW
3 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 30
- P46
- Scoring
- 49
- P54
- Defence
- 51
- P29
- Goal difference
- -2
- P29
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
10-0-12
Wins
10
45%
Draws
0
0%
Losses
12
55%
Attack · Defence
-2 GD
Goal Contributions
Andrew Carter
CF · 9G
9
Tomas Medina
LW · 6G · 3A
9
Jose Davila
AM · 5G · 3A
8
Armando Ribeiro
CM · 5G · 2A
7
Marcos Marquez
RW · 4G · 2A
6
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 proved to be a rollercoaster for Finceham Albion, a club navigating the challenging waters of Division 6 in League 20. Finishing in 7th place with 10 wins, 12 losses, and no draws, the team experienced a season marked by inconsistency and resilience. Despite a goal difference of just -2, the squad managed to score 49 goals while conceding 51, reflecting a team capable of offensive flair but also vulnerable at the back. Interestingly, Finceham Albion's season was a story of contrasts—highlighted by moments of brilliance and periods of struggle—making it a truly unique chapter in their footballing journey.
A fun fact about this season is that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story, filled with unpredictable results and memorable performances. The team’s ability to stay competitive amidst fluctuating fortunes kept fans engaged and added a layer of excitement to each matchday.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Andrew Carter led the attack with 9 goals, showcasing his importance as a consistent scorer.
- Tomas Medina contributed with 6 goals and 3 assists, demonstrating versatility on the wing.
- Jose Davila and Armando Ribeiro provided creative spark, each chipping in with 5 goals and multiple assists.
- The team displayed resilience with a solid offensive output and a defensive effort that kept them competitive throughout the season.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
Finceham Albion could benefit from greater defensive stability, as conceding 51 goals indicates room for tightening up at the back. Additionally, the team’s lack of draws suggests a need to convert some losses into more balanced results, potentially improving consistency and league standing.
Season Rating:(Average)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Finceham Albion's Season 17 was a tale of ups and downs, with notable individual performances and a resilient team spirit. Their offensive contributions were commendable, but defensive lapses and the absence of draws highlight areas for growth. Strengths lie in their versatile players and attacking intent, while improvements in defensive organization and match management could elevate their future campaigns. Overall, a season that sets a foundation for progress and development.