Season Review · April 24, 2026
Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Season 17 proved to be a rollercoaster for Budley Villa, as they navigated the challenges of Division 6 with a mixture of resilience and inconsistency. Finishing in 6th place in League 13 with 10 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses, the team demonstrated moments of brilliance alongside periods of struggle. A notable fun fact from this campaign is their positive goal difference of +14 — more goals scored than conceded — highlighting their offensive capability and defensive solidity at times.
Gary's mark
5/5
Average
Finished
6th
Points
35
Record
10-5-7
GD
+14
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
6th
Points
35
Win Rate
45%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-2-2-2-WB
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Maodo Diallo
RCF
11 contributions
Top scorer
Maodo Diallo
RCF
7 goals
Top assists
Maodo Diallo
RCF
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 35
- P54
- Scoring
- 48
- P54
- Defence
- 34
- P63
- Goal difference
- +14
- P54
5/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
10-5-7
Wins
10
45%
Draws
5
23%
Losses
7
32%
Attack · Defence
+14 GD
Goal Contributions
Maodo Diallo
CF · 7G · 4A
11
Giorgi Giorgadze
CF · 6G
6
Bernd Klein
CF · 5G · 1A
6
Arthur De Jesus
AM · 4G · 2A
6
Antonio Dupont
RWB · 3G
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
Season 17 proved to be a rollercoaster for Budley Villa, as they navigated the challenges of Division 6 with a mixture of resilience and inconsistency. Finishing in 6th place in League 13 with 10 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses, the team demonstrated moments of brilliance alongside periods of struggle. A notable fun fact from this campaign is their positive goal difference of +14 — more goals scored than conceded — highlighting their offensive capability and defensive solidity at times.
Throughout the season, the club showcased a squad capable of contributing across the pitch, with key players stepping up in various roles. Their ability to score goals and maintain a balanced defense kept them competitive, even if consistency was sometimes elusive. The season's unpredictable nature kept fans on their toes, with plenty of exciting moments and lessons learned.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Achieved a positive goal difference of +14, showcasing offensive strength
- Top scorer Maodo Diallo netted 7 goals and provided 4 assists
- Strong team contribution with multiple players chipping in offensively
- Maintained a solid defensive record, conceding only 34 goals
- Finished mid-table in a competitive league, setting foundations for future growth
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the team displayed offensive potency and defensive resilience, consistency remains an area to develop. Improving performance in away matches and reducing the number of losses could elevate their league standing. Additionally, fostering more squad depth and rotation might help sustain performance levels throughout the season.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Budley Villa's Season 17 was characterized by a balanced mix of strengths and challenges. Their positive goal difference and contributions from multiple players highlight a talented squad capable of competing effectively. However, inconsistency and a need for greater stability in results suggest room for growth. With continued development and strategic adjustments, the club can aim higher in the next campaign, building on the solid foundations laid this season.