Season Review · July 28, 2025
Solid performance - Reliable football with room for growth
Westley Villa's 2023/24 campaign in Division 6 has been a commendable journey marked by resilience and consistency. Finishing in 3rd place with 43 points, the team demonstrated a solid grasp of their tactical approach, securing 13 wins, 4 draws, and only 5 losses. Their goal difference of +29 is among the best in Division 6, highlighting their offensive potency and defensive solidity. Interestingly, this impressive goal difference underscores their ability to both score freely and maintain defensive discipline throughout the season.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
3rd
Points
43
Record
13-4-5
GD
+29
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
3rd
Points
43
Win Rate
59%
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-WB
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Francesco Ricci
RF
11 contributions
Top scorer
Francesco Ricci
RF
7 goals
Top assists
Umar Augustine
LF
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 43
- P79
- Scoring
- 63
- P79
- Defence
- 34
- P79
- Goal difference
- +29
- P88
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
13-4-5
Wins
13
59%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
5
23%
Attack · Defence
+29 GD
Goal Contributions
Francesco Ricci
Player · 7G · 4A
11
Umar Augustine
Player · 6G · 5A
11
Francisco Bautista
Player · 2G · 1A
3
Valentin Soumahoro
Player · 2G
2
Emanuele Spina
Player · 2G · 2A
4
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
Westley Villa's 2023/24 campaign in Division 6 has been a commendable journey marked by resilience and consistency. Finishing in 3rd place with 43 points, the team demonstrated a solid grasp of their tactical approach, securing 13 wins, 4 draws, and only 5 losses. Their goal difference of +29 is among the best in Division 6, highlighting their offensive potency and defensive solidity. Interestingly, this impressive goal difference underscores their ability to both score freely and maintain defensive discipline throughout the season.
This season's performance reflects a team that is reliable and well-organized, with a clear foundation to build upon. The squad's collective effort was evident, with key players contributing across various facets of play. As they look ahead, the focus will be on translating their solid performances into even higher league standings and consistency in tight fixtures.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Secured a top-three finish in Division 6
- Goals scored: 63, showcasing attacking intent
- Goals conceded: 34, demonstrating defensive resilience
- Goal difference of +29, among the best in the division
- Notable player contributions from Francesco Ricci and Umar Augustine
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Westley Villa's season has been solid, there is room to enhance consistency in away fixtures and tighten defensive organization in high-pressure situations. Developing squad depth to manage fixture congestion and reducing minor lapses could elevate their performance further.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Westley Villa's 2023/24 season has been characterized by reliable, well-rounded football, underpinned by a strong goal difference and key player contributions. Their offensive output and defensive solidity are notable strengths, positioning them as a competitive side in Division 6. To push for higher league positions, focusing on consistency and squad depth will be crucial. Overall, a commendable campaign with promising prospects for the future.