Season Review · September 8, 2026
Purnstea: Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Season 22 for Purnstea was a rollercoaster of performances, marked by moments of promise and periods of struggle. The team managed to score a total of 50 goals, showcasing a penchant for attacking football, which is quite impressive for a club competing in division 5. Despite their offensive efforts, defensive lapses contributed to a goal difference of -10, reflecting some inconsistency at the back. The season's fun fact highlights their attacking prowess, but the overall results suggest a team that experienced both highs and lows throughout the campaign.
Gary's mark
3/5
Season Review
Finished
8th
Points
32
Record
10-2-10
GD
-10
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
8th
Points
32
Win Rate
45%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
3-5-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Frans Mulder
RM
13 contributions
Top scorer
Frans Mulder
RM
8 goals
Top assists
Herman Long
LCM
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 32
- P38
- Scoring
- 50
- P46
- Defence
- 60
- P29
- Clean sheets
- 7
- P42
- Goal difference
- -10
- P29
3/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
10-2-10
Wins
10
45%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
10
45%
Attack · Defence
-10 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 for Purnstea was a rollercoaster of performances, marked by moments of promise and periods of struggle. The team managed to score a total of 50 goals, showcasing a penchant for attacking football, which is quite impressive for a club competing in division 5. Despite their offensive efforts, defensive lapses contributed to a goal difference of -10, reflecting some inconsistency at the back. The season's fun fact highlights their attacking prowess, but the overall results suggest a team that experienced both highs and lows throughout the campaign.
Finishing in 8th place in league 4, Purnstea's season was characterized by a balanced record of 10 wins, 2 draws, and 10 losses. This record underscores a team that was capable of competing with most opponents but struggled to maintain consistency across the board. The season was a testament to their resilience, even if it ultimately resulted in an average rating overall.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 50 goals, demonstrating attacking intent
- Achieved a balanced record with 10 wins and 2 draws
- Maintained competitive spirit despite a tough season
- Goal difference of -10 highlights defensive challenges
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
Purnstea's season reveals a need to tighten defensive organization to reduce goals conceded and improve overall consistency. Balancing their attacking efforts with a more resilient defensive approach could help climb higher in the standings and turn close matches into wins.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a mixed bag for Purnstea, with notable attacking output but defensive vulnerabilities that impacted their overall standing. The team showed resilience and attacking flair, but to progress further, a focus on defensive solidity and consistency will be essential. With some improvements, they can aim for a more stable and successful campaign in the future.