Season Review · September 8, 2026
Budley Villa: Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Season 22 proved to be a rollercoaster for Budley Villa, marked by a series of fluctuating results that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Finishing in 7th place in Division 4, the team managed to secure 10 wins but also suffered 11 defeats, reflecting a season of inconsistency. The club scored 49 goals while conceding 55, resulting in a goal difference of -6 and earning a total of 31 points. This season was truly a season of football with its own unique story, full of unpredictable turns and memorable moments.
Gary's mark
3/5
Season Review
Finished
7th
Points
31
Record
10-1-11
GD
-6
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
31
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
Nuno Esteves
LW
11 contributions
Top scorer
Nuno Esteves
LW
8 goals
Top assists
Paata Tsiklauri
CF
4 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 31
- P46
- Scoring
- 49
- P46
- Defence
- 55
- P46
- Clean sheets
- 9
- P54
- Goal difference
- -6
- P46
3/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
10-1-11
Wins
10
45%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
11
50%
Attack · Defence
-6 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 Budley Villa, marked by a series of fluctuating results that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Finishing in 7th place in Division 4, the team managed to secure 10 wins but also suffered 11 defeats, reflecting a season of inconsistency. The club scored 49 goals while conceding 55, resulting in a goal difference of -6 and earning a total of 31 points. This season was truly a season of football with its own unique story, full of unpredictable turns and memorable moments.
Despite the challenges, the team demonstrated resilience and fighting spirit, navigating through a campaign filled with ups and downs. The season's unpredictability kept supporters engaged, and while the results were mixed, the club's efforts laid a foundation for future growth and improvement.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 49 goals across the season
- Secured 10 wins in league play
- Managed 1 draw, showcasing competitive spirit
- Conceded 55 goals, reflecting defensive challenges
- Finished 7th in Division 4, a mid-table position
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
With 11 losses and a negative goal difference, Budley Villa could benefit from strengthening their defensive organization and consistency. Improving results in tight matches and reducing goals conceded would be key areas to focus on for future seasons.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 for Budley Villa was a season of mixed fortunes, characterized by both promising moments and notable setbacks. The team showed resilience and a fighting spirit, but the overall record indicates room for improvement, particularly in defensive stability and consistency. Building on the experiences of this unpredictable season, the club can aim for more balanced performances and better results in the seasons ahead.