Season Review · April 24, 2026
Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Season 17 for Mall Tam was a rollercoaster ride filled with unpredictable twists and turns. Competing in division 5 of league 7, the team finished in 8th place with a total of 29 points. The season was marked by moments of brilliance and inconsistency, reflecting a squad that showed resilience but also faced challenges on the pitch. Interestingly, this season was a story of perseverance, with key players stepping up at crucial moments, making it a truly unique chapter in the club’s history.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
8th
Points
29
Record
9-2-11
GD
-10
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
29
Win Rate
41%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-2-2-2-WB
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Kian Goh
LAM
12 contributions
Top scorer
Manuel Martinez
LCF
6 goals
Top assists
Kian Goh
LAM
7 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 29
- P38
- Scoring
- 42
- P38
- Defence
- 52
- P46
- Goal difference
- -10
- P38
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
9-2-11
Wins
9
41%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
11
50%
Attack · Defence
-10 GD
Goal Contributions
Manuel Martinez
CF · 6G · 2A
8
Kian Goh
AM · 5G · 7A
12
Jerry Beaulieu
AM · 5G
5
Robert Kouadio
CF · 4G · 3A
7
Kazuo Inoue
CF · 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 for Mall Tam was a rollercoaster ride filled with unpredictable twists and turns. Competing in division 5 of league 7, the team finished in 8th place with a total of 29 points. The season was marked by moments of brilliance and inconsistency, reflecting a squad that showed resilience but also faced challenges on the pitch. Interestingly, this season was a story of perseverance, with key players stepping up at crucial moments, making it a truly unique chapter in the club’s history.
Despite a negative goal difference of -10, Mall Tam demonstrated attacking intent and resilience, scoring 42 goals while conceding 52. The season’s fun fact? It was a season of football with its own unique story, full of memorable performances and lessons learned along the way.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Manuel Martinez led the attack with 6 goals, showcasing his goal-scoring prowess
- Kian Goh contributed with 5 goals and a remarkable 7 assists, acting as the creative engine
- Jerry Beaulieu added 5 goals and 1 assist, providing versatility in midfield
- Solid contributions from Robert Kouadio and Kazuo Inoue, both contributing goals and assists in key moments
- The team displayed resilience, fighting through setbacks to secure important points
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
Mall Tam’s season was marred by inconsistency, reflected in the high number of losses and a negative goal difference. Improving defensive organization and reducing goals conceded could help turn close matches into wins. Additionally, maintaining offensive momentum and capitalizing on scoring opportunities will be vital for future success.
Season Rating:(Average)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Mall Tam’s Season 17 was a tale of ups and downs, showcasing the team’s resilience and attacking talent. While the squad demonstrated significant individual contributions and fighting spirit, there is room for growth in defensive solidity and consistency. Strengths lie in versatile attacking players and a determined approach, but addressing defensive lapses and maintaining focus will be key to climbing higher in the league standings.