Season Review · September 8, 2026
Norough: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Norough, as the club faced significant hurdles on the pitch. Finishing in 10th place in their division, the team struggled to find consistency, managing only 2 wins, 2 draws, and suffering 18 defeats. The season was marked by defensive difficulties, culminating in a staggering goal difference of -78—highlighting the defensive struggles throughout the campaign. The fun fact for this season is that Norough's goal difference of -78 underscores the defensive issues that plagued the team, making it a season of tough lessons and opportunities for growth.
Gary's mark
2/5
Poor
Finished
10th
Points
8
Record
2-2-18
GD
-78
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
10th
Points
8
Win Rate
9%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3-D
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Michel Lemoine
CM
5 contributions
Top scorer
Jorge Alvez
CF
3 goals
Top assists
Michel Lemoine
CM
3 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 8
- P21
- Scoring
- 8
- P21
- Defence
- 86
- P4
- Clean sheets
- 2
- P21
- Goal difference
- -78
- P13
2/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
2-2-18
Wins
2
9%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
18
82%
Attack · Defence
-78 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 challenging chapter for Norough, as the club faced significant hurdles on the pitch. Finishing in 10th place in their division, the team struggled to find consistency, managing only 2 wins, 2 draws, and suffering 18 defeats. The season was marked by defensive difficulties, culminating in a staggering goal difference of -78—highlighting the defensive struggles throughout the campaign. The fun fact for this season is that Norough's goal difference of -78 underscores the defensive issues that plagued the team, making it a season of tough lessons and opportunities for growth.
Despite the hardships, this season offers a foundation to build upon. With only 8 goals scored and 86 conceded, the team will need to focus on both defensive solidity and offensive productivity in the seasons ahead. The season's results reflect a period of transition and learning, with the club aiming to bounce back stronger.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Only 2 wins across the season
- Total goals scored: 8
- Goals conceded: 86
- Finished 10th in the division
- Season to learn from and improve
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Norough's season was marred by defensive struggles, evident in the goal difference of -78 and the high number of goals conceded. Improving defensive organization and resilience will be crucial. Additionally, increasing goal-scoring output and securing more wins will be vital steps toward climbing the table in future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a difficult campaign for Norough, characterized by defensive frailty and limited offensive success. The team finished in 10th place with only 2 wins, 2 draws, and 18 losses, highlighting the need for significant improvements. The key strengths lie in the lessons learned from a tough season, but addressing defensive vulnerabilities and boosting attacking effectiveness will be essential for future progress. This season serves as a foundation for growth, with clear areas to focus on in the next chapter.