Season Review · July 28, 2025
Promotion secured - Climbing the football pyramid
Borlesbor Albion's 11th season in the eighth division has been a journey of resilience and collective effort. Finishing in 3rd place, the club achieved a significant milestone by securing promotion to the next tier. This accomplishment is a testament to their determination and team spirit, especially considering their goal difference of just -1, highlighting how closely contested their matches were throughout the campaign. Interestingly, despite not having standout goal scorers, the squad’s balanced contributions across the board played a crucial role in their success.
Gary's mark
5/5
Average
Finished
3rd
Points
33
Record
9-6-7
GD
-1
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
3rd
Points
33
Win Rate
41%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-2-3
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Alain Alexandre
CB
0 contributions
Top scorer
Alain Alexandre
CB
0 goals
Top assists
Alain Alexandre
CB
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 33
- P79
- Scoring
- 28
- P71
- Defence
- 29
- P38
- Goal difference
- -1
- P67
5/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
9-6-7
Wins
9
41%
Draws
6
27%
Losses
7
32%
Attack · Defence
-1 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
Borlesbor Albion's 11th season in the eighth division has been a journey of resilience and collective effort. Finishing in 3rd place, the club achieved a significant milestone by securing promotion to the next tier. This accomplishment is a testament to their determination and team spirit, especially considering their goal difference of just -1, highlighting how closely contested their matches were throughout the campaign. Interestingly, despite not having standout goal scorers, the squad’s balanced contributions across the board played a crucial role in their success.
Fun fact: Borlesbor Albion’s third-place finish not only marked a successful season but also secured their promotion, setting the stage for new challenges ahead in the football pyramid.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured promotion after finishing 3rd in the league
- Maintained competitive performance with 9 wins
- Strong team cohesion reflected in 6 draws
- Defensively solid, with only a one-goal deficit over the season
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While the team lacked individual goal-scoring figures, the collective effort was evident. The top players—Fabian Caraballo, Daniel Johnson, Wael Sabry, Leonardo Pereira, and Robert Gonzalez—contributed in multiple ways, embodying the team’s philosophy of contribution beyond just goals and assists. Their versatility and teamwork were instrumental in navigating a competitive season.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
To elevate their performance further, Borlesbor Albion could focus on enhancing their attacking options to convert more goal-scoring opportunities. Additionally, tightening defensive organization could help reduce the number of goals conceded, especially in close matches. Developing individual goal scorers and creating more offensive threats will be key in future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Borlesbor Albion’s season was a commendable effort that culminated in promotion, showcasing their resilience and team cohesion. Their balanced approach and collective contributions were vital to their success. Moving forward, focusing on offensive potency and defensive solidity will be essential to sustain their upward trajectory and compete at higher levels. Overall, a solid season with promising potential for growth.