Season Review · September 8, 2026
Saxming: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Saxming, as they navigated a tough campaign in division 6, league 15. The club struggled to find consistency, finishing in 12th place with only 3 wins from 22 matches. The season was marked by defensive difficulties, culminating in a staggering goal difference of -69—highlighting the defensive struggles throughout the season. This significant negative goal difference underscores the need for a strategic overhaul at the back to bolster future performances.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
12th
Points
9
Record
3-0-19
GD
-69
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
12th
Points
9
Win Rate
14%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-1-2-1-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Philippe Robert
RCF
7 contributions
Top scorer
Philippe Robert
RCF
5 goals
Top assists
Nilson Pires
LCF
3 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 9
- P4
- Scoring
- 10
- P8
- Defence
- 79
- P21
- Clean sheets
- 2
- P8
- Goal difference
- -69
- P13
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
3-0-19
Wins
3
14%
Draws
0
0%
Losses
19
86%
Attack · Defence
-69 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 Saxming, as they navigated a tough campaign in division 6, league 15. The club struggled to find consistency, finishing in 12th place with only 3 wins from 22 matches. The season was marked by defensive difficulties, culminating in a staggering goal difference of -69—highlighting the defensive struggles throughout the season. This significant negative goal difference underscores the need for a strategic overhaul at the back to bolster future performances.
Despite the hardships, the season offered valuable lessons. The team’s resilience was tested, and the experience gained will be crucial for rebuilding and growth in the seasons ahead. The club’s focus now shifts to addressing defensive frailties and improving overall competitiveness.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 10 goals across the season
- Faced 79 goals conceded, reflecting defensive challenges
- No draws recorded, indicating inconsistent results
- A season to learn from and improve
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Saxming’s season was marred by defensive struggles, as evidenced by the high number of goals conceded and the negative goal difference. Improving defensive organization and resilience will be critical to climbing the table in future campaigns. Additionally, converting more scoring opportunities could help turn narrow defeats into draws or wins.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Saxming’s Season 22 was a difficult campaign, characterized by defensive vulnerabilities and limited success on the pitch. The team’s low points tally and final position reflect the challenges faced throughout the season. Moving forward, a focus on defensive solidity and tactical adjustments will be essential to improve results. While this season highlighted areas needing significant improvement, it also provides a foundation for learning and future development.