
Season Review · July 28, 2025
Promotion secured - Climbing the football pyramid
Earee Wey Albion's 11th season in Division 8 has been nothing short of spectacular, culminating in a well-deserved promotion. Finishing second in the league with an impressive record of 19 wins, just 1 draw, and only 2 losses, the team demonstrated consistency and resilience throughout the campaign. Their goal difference of +51 — among the best in Division 8 — highlights their offensive prowess and defensive solidity, making them a formidable force in the league. This achievement underscores their upward trajectory and sets a strong foundation for future challenges in higher divisions.
Gary's mark
5/5
Excellent
Finished
2nd
Points
58
Record
19-1-2
GD
+51

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
2nd
Points
58
Win Rate
86%
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
Lino Ferretti
LM
16 contributions
Top scorer
Lino Ferretti
LM
6 goals
Top assists
Lino Ferretti
LM
10 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 58
- P88
- Scoring
- 72
- P88
- Defence
- 21
- P88
- Goal difference
- +51
- P88
5/5
Season mark
Excellent
Campaign Record
19-1-2
Wins
19
86%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
2
9%
Attack · Defence
+51 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
Earee Wey Albion's 11th season in Division 8 has been nothing short of spectacular, culminating in a well-deserved promotion. Finishing second in the league with an impressive record of 19 wins, just 1 draw, and only 2 losses, the team demonstrated consistency and resilience throughout the campaign. Their goal difference of +51 — among the best in Division 8 — highlights their offensive prowess and defensive solidity, making them a formidable force in the league. This achievement underscores their upward trajectory and sets a strong foundation for future challenges in higher divisions.
The season was marked by a cohesive team effort, tactical discipline, and standout individual performances. The club’s ability to score 72 goals while conceding only 21 exemplifies their balanced approach. The fun fact about their goal difference underscores just how dominant they were at both ends of the pitch, a key factor in securing their promotion and elevating the club’s status within the football pyramid.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights: ⚽️🏆
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured promotion to the next division after finishing 2nd in League 33
- Achieved an outstanding goal difference of +51, one of the best in Division 8
- Only 2 losses throughout the season, showcasing resilience and consistency
- Dominated offensively with 72 goals scored, showcasing attacking prowess
- Defensive solidity with only 21 goals conceded, a testament to disciplined defending
From the Columns Desk
The Architect - Vision and creativity that unlocks defenses
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Lino Ferretti: The standout player of the season, contributing 6 goals and 10 assists in just 8 appearances. His creativity and playmaking ability were crucial in unlocking defenses and creating scoring opportunities, making him a key figure in the team’s success.
From the Columns Desk
The Team Player - Contributing in multiple ways
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Christophe Martin, Jose Bravo, Michiel van der Laan, John Clarke: These players exemplified team spirit and versatility, contributing across various facets of play. Their collective effort helped maintain team cohesion and stability throughout the campaign.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While the team’s overall performance was excellent, there is room to refine their consistency in away matches and further develop their goal-scoring options to diversify their attack. Additionally, nurturing emerging talents and maintaining squad depth will be vital as they prepare for tougher challenges in higher divisions.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Earee Wey Albion’s season has been a testament to effective teamwork, tactical discipline, and individual brilliance. Their impressive goal difference and league position reflect a well-rounded team capable of competing at higher levels. Strengths include their offensive firepower and defensive resilience, while areas for growth involve maintaining consistency and expanding attacking options. With promotion secured, the club is poised for an exciting new chapter in their football journey.
