Season Review · July 28, 2025
Promotion secured - Climbing the football pyramid
Hon-on City’s 11th season in division 8 has been nothing short of remarkable. Finishing in 2nd place with 14 wins, 3 draws, and just 5 losses, the team has demonstrated resilience and consistency throughout the campaign. Their positive goal difference of +12 — more goals scored than conceded — underscores their balanced approach and defensive solidity. This season’s success culminated in securing promotion, marking a significant milestone for the club as they ascend the football pyramid and aim for new heights.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
2nd
Points
45
Record
14-3-5
GD
+12
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
45
Win Rate
64%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-2-2-2-WB
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Ahmed Attia
0 contributions
Top scorer
Ahmed Attia
0 goals
Top assists
Ahmed Attia
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 45
- P88
- Scoring
- 26
- P54
- Defence
- 14
- P88
- Goal difference
- +12
- P88
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
14-3-5
Wins
14
64%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
5
23%
Attack · Defence
+12 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
Hon-on City’s 11th season in division 8 has been nothing short of remarkable. Finishing in 2nd place with 14 wins, 3 draws, and just 5 losses, the team has demonstrated resilience and consistency throughout the campaign. Their positive goal difference of +12 — more goals scored than conceded — underscores their balanced approach and defensive solidity. This season’s success culminated in securing promotion, marking a significant milestone for the club as they ascend the football pyramid and aim for new heights.
A key highlight of Hon-on City’s campaign was their ability to maintain a strong defensive record while still creating scoring opportunities. Their disciplined approach and team cohesion have been instrumental in their rise, and fans can look forward to seeing how they adapt and grow in the higher division next season.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured promotion to the next division
- Maintained a positive goal difference of +12
- Strong defensive record with only 14 goals conceded
- Consistent performances with 14 wins
- Team effort with multiple players contributing
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers
Filed by
Gary Nano
While the season’s top players—Siwoo Won, Jorge Fuentes, Lionel Royer, Harald Baier, and Amr El Misri—did not register goals or assists, their contributions in multiple ways have been vital to the team’s overall success. Their versatility and team-oriented mindset exemplify the collective spirit that propelled Hon-on City to promotion.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
To build on this successful season, Hon-on City should focus on increasing their goal-scoring capabilities. While their defensive stability has been impressive, adding more firepower upfront could help convert more draws into wins and push for an even higher league finish.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Hon-on City’s season has been a commendable journey of growth and achievement. Their defensive resilience and team cohesion have been their strengths, culminating in a well-deserved promotion. Moving forward, enhancing their attacking options will be crucial to sustain their upward trajectory and compete at higher levels. Overall, a very good season that sets a strong foundation for future success.