Season Review · July 28, 2025
Solid performance - Reliable football with room for growth
Cley United's 11th season in Division 7 has been a commendable display of consistency and resilience. Finishing in 4th place with a solid record of 12 wins, 7 draws, and only 3 losses, the team demonstrated a balanced approach on both ends of the pitch. Their goal difference of +40 is among the best in Division 7, highlighting their defensive solidity and attacking efficiency. This fun fact underscores their ability to both score and prevent goals effectively, making them a formidable side in the league.
Gary's mark
4/5
Good
Finished
4th
Points
43
Record
12-7-3
GD
+40
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
4th
Points
43
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
Giovanni Sala
RCM
10 contributions
Top scorer
Giovanni Sala
RCM
5 goals
Top assists
Nordine Louis
RCM
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 43
- P71
- Scoring
- 58
- P54
- Defence
- 18
- P79
- Goal difference
- +40
- P67
4/5
Season mark
Good
Campaign Record
12-7-3
Wins
12
55%
Draws
7
32%
Losses
3
14%
Attack · Defence
+40 GD
Goal Contributions
Lothar Fischer
Player · 5G · 4A
9
Alex Gomes
Player · 5G · 4A
9
Giovanni Sala
Player · 5G · 5A
10
Thomas Engel
Player · 4G · 3A
7
Armando Alvarez
Player · 4G · 2A
6
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
Cley United's 11th season in Division 7 has been a commendable display of consistency and resilience. Finishing in 4th place with a solid record of 12 wins, 7 draws, and only 3 losses, the team demonstrated a balanced approach on both ends of the pitch. Their goal difference of +40 is among the best in Division 7, highlighting their defensive solidity and attacking efficiency. This fun fact underscores their ability to both score and prevent goals effectively, making them a formidable side in the league.
The season's journey was marked by a dependable squad that contributed across the board. Cley United showed tactical discipline and team cohesion, which translated into a competitive campaign. While they fell just short of the top spots, their performances suggest a team capable of pushing even higher with continued development and strategic refinement.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Strong defensive record with only 18 goals conceded
- Multiple players contributing goals and assists, showcasing team depth
- Consistent performance with only 3 losses throughout the season
- Among the best goal difference in Division 7
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Cley United's defensive record is impressive, there is room to enhance their offensive consistency in certain matches. Increasing goal-scoring opportunities and converting more chances could elevate their league standing further. Additionally, maintaining squad fitness and rotation to prevent fatigue will be crucial for sustained success.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Cley United has delivered a solid and dependable season, marked by a robust defense and versatile attacking contributions. Their goal difference of +40 stands out as a testament to their balanced approach. Moving forward, focusing on offensive efficiency and squad depth could propel them into the top tier of Division 7. With continued growth, they are well-positioned to challenge higher positions in the next campaign.