
Season Review · July 28, 2025
Solid performance - Reliable football with room for growth
The 2023/24 season for Con-Dea in Division 5 has been a commendable journey marked by resilience and strategic play. Finishing in 6th place with 38 points, the team demonstrated a solid level of consistency, securing 12 wins and only 8 losses. An impressive fun fact from this campaign is their goal difference of +25, which stands among the best in Division 5, highlighting their offensive prowess and defensive stability. This season's performance reflects a team that can compete fiercely and is on the cusp of climbing higher with continued development.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
6th
Points
38
Record
12-2-8
GD
+25

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
6th
Points
38
Win Rate
55%
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
Jose Miranda
CF
19 contributions
Top scorer
Jose Miranda
CF
15 goals
Top assists
Marco Ramalho
LW
11 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 38
- P54
- Scoring
- 70
- P79
- Defence
- 45
- P54
- Goal difference
- +25
- P63
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
12-2-8
Wins
12
55%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
8
36%
Attack · Defence
+25 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
The 2023/24 season for Con-Dea in Division 5 has been a commendable journey marked by resilience and strategic play. Finishing in 6th place with 38 points, the team demonstrated a solid level of consistency, securing 12 wins and only 8 losses. An impressive fun fact from this campaign is their goal difference of +25, which stands among the best in Division 5, highlighting their offensive prowess and defensive stability. This season's performance reflects a team that can compete fiercely and is on the cusp of climbing higher with continued development.
Con-Dea’s season was characterized by a balanced approach, blending attacking flair with solid defensive organization. Their ability to score 70 goals while conceding just 45 showcases their offensive strength and defensive resilience. The squad's collective effort, combined with standout individual performances, laid a strong foundation for future success. As they look ahead, building on this reliable football and addressing areas for growth could see them push even higher in the standings.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Goal difference of +25, among the best in Division 5
- 70 goals scored, showcasing attacking potency
- Defensive soliditywith only 45 goals conceded
- Multiple players contributing significantly to the attack and playmaking
From the Columns Desk
The marksman - Clinical finishing that wins matches
Filed by
Gary Nano
Jose Mirandaled the scoring charts with 15 goals in 14 appearances, showcasing his sharp eye in front of goal. His perfect disciplinary record, with no yellow or red cards, underscores his professionalism and focus.
From the Columns Desk
The team player - Contributing in multiple ways
Filed by
Gary Nano
Yukio Tsuchiyawas instrumental with 12 goals and 2 assists across 11 appearances, providing versatility and consistency in attack. His all-around contribution made him a key figure in the squad.
From the Columns Desk
The architect - Vision and creativity that unlocks defenses
Filed by
Gary Nano
Marco Ramalhoorchestrated play with 11 assists and 6 goals in just 11 appearances, demonstrating his creative vision and ability to set up scoring opportunities.
From the Columns Desk
The team player - Contributing in multiple ways
Filed by
Gary Nano
Grant SmithandHinata Itoalso made significant impacts, with Smith adding 6 goals and 1 assist, and Ito contributing 6 goals and 2 assists, further emphasizing the team’s collective effort.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Con-Dea displayed impressive offensive output and defensive stability, there is room to enhance consistency in away fixtures and reduce the number of losses. Developing a more robust tactical approach against higher-ranked opponents could help convert draws into wins and push the team higher in the league table.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Con-Dea's 2023/24 campaign was marked by a solid and reliable style of football, underpinned by strong attacking performances and defensive resilience. Their impressive goal difference and multiple contributors highlight a well-rounded team capable of competing effectively. Moving forward, focusing on consistency and tactical refinement will be key to climbing the league standings. The foundation is strong; with targeted growth, Con-Dea can aim for even greater heights in the next season.
