Season Review · September 8, 2026
Worth Villa: Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Season 22 proved to be a rollercoaster for Worth Villa, marked by a series of fluctuating results that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The club finished in 6th place in their division, accumulating 29 points from 9 wins, 2 draws, and 11 losses. Despite some promising performances, inconsistency hampered their ability to climb higher up the table. A fun fact about this season is that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story, filled with unpredictable outcomes and memorable moments that defined Worth Villa’s campaign.
Gary's mark
3/5
Average
Finished
6th
Points
29
Record
9-2-11
GD
-9
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
29
Win Rate
41%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-4-2-H
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Thierry Barbier
LCF
14 contributions
Top scorer
Thierry Barbier
LCF
8 goals
Top assists
Thierry Barbier
LCF
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 29
- P54
- Scoring
- 42
- P54
- Defence
- 51
- P54
- Clean sheets
- 7
- P54
- Goal difference
- -9
- P54
3/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
9-2-11
Wins
9
41%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
11
50%
Attack · Defence
-9 GD
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 22 proved to be a rollercoaster for Worth Villa, marked by a series of fluctuating results that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The club finished in 6th place in their division, accumulating 29 points from 9 wins, 2 draws, and 11 losses. Despite some promising performances, inconsistency hampered their ability to climb higher up the table. A fun fact about this season is that it was truly a season of football with its own unique story, filled with unpredictable outcomes and memorable moments that defined Worth Villa’s campaign.
Throughout the season, the team scored 42 goals while conceding 51, resulting in a goal difference of -9. This balance of attack and defense reflected the season’s overall unpredictability, with moments of brilliance often overshadowed by defensive lapses. The club’s journey was a testament to resilience amid a challenging league environment, making it a season to remember for its ups and downs.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 42 goals across the season
- Secured 9 wins, demonstrating competitive spirit
- Achieved 2 draws, showing resilience in tight matches
- Conceded 51 goals, highlighting defensive challenges
- Finished 6th in the division, a solid mid-table position
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Worth Villa demonstrated fighting spirit and managed to secure a respectable league position, the season’s negative goal difference and higher number of losses suggest a need for greater defensive solidity and consistency in results. Addressing these areas could help turn narrow defeats into points and push the team higher in the standings.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 for Worth Villa was characterized by its unpredictable nature and fluctuating fortunes. The team showed resilience and competitive spirit, finishing comfortably in mid-table. However, defensive vulnerabilities and inconsistency in results highlight areas for growth. With focused improvements, the club can aim for a more stable and successful campaign in the future.