
Season Review · July 28, 2025
Solid performance - Reliable football with room for growth
Keston Rangers' 2023/24 season in the seventh division was a commendable display of resilience and teamwork. Finishing in 5th place with 11 wins, 2 draws, and 9 losses, the team demonstrated a balanced approach on the pitch. Their positive goal difference of +18—more goals scored than conceded—reflects their attacking intent and defensive solidity. This fun fact underscores their ability to find the net while maintaining defensive discipline, making them a tough opponent in most fixtures.
Gary's mark
4/5
Good
Finished
5th
Points
35
Record
11-2-9
GD
+18

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
5th
Points
35
Win Rate
50%
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
Francisco Arias
RCF
9 contributions
Top scorer
Francisco Arias
RCF
6 goals
Top assists
Nelson Tavares
AM
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 35
- P63
- Scoring
- 56
- P54
- Defence
- 38
- P71
- Goal difference
- +18
- P71
4/5
Season mark
Good
Campaign Record
11-2-9
Wins
11
50%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
9
41%
Attack · Defence
+18 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
Keston Rangers' 2023/24 season in the seventh division was a commendable display of resilience and teamwork. Finishing in 5th place with 11 wins, 2 draws, and 9 losses, the team demonstrated a balanced approach on the pitch. Their positive goal difference of +18—more goals scored than conceded—reflects their attacking intent and defensive solidity. This fun fact underscores their ability to find the net while maintaining defensive discipline, making them a tough opponent in most fixtures.
Throughout the season, Keston Rangers showcased a squad capable of contributing across the board, with multiple players stepping up offensively and defensively. Their consistent performances and team cohesion suggest a club on the rise, with potential to climb higher in the league standings with further development and strategic improvements.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights: 🎯⚽
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Achieved a positive goal difference of +18, showcasing attacking prowess and defensive resilience
- Multiple players contributed significantly, with top scorers netting 6 goals each
- Maintained a clean disciplinary record with no yellow or red cards for key players
- Secured 11 wins, demonstrating their competitive edge in the division
From the Columns Desk
The team player - Contributing in multiple ways
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Alan Robinson: Contributed 6 goals in 5 appearances, showcasing his goal-scoring ability and versatility.
- Francisco Arias: Led the team with 6 goals and 3 assists across 11 matches, exemplifying his all-around contribution.
- Jordan Sauvage: Added 5 goals and 3 assists in 10 appearances, providing creativity and goal threat.
- Roberto Romero: Delivered 4 goals and 3 assists in 12 appearances, demonstrating consistency and teamwork.
- Mike Power: Impressed with 4 goals and 2 assists in just 4 appearances, making a significant impact whenever called upon.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While the team displayed solid fundamentals, consistency remains an area to develop. Narrowing the gap in matches lost and increasing points from draws could elevate their league standing. Additionally, further strengthening their defensive organization and squad depth could help sustain their positive goal difference and push for higher positions.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Keston Rangers delivered a season characterized by reliable performances, a positive goal difference, and contributions from multiple players. Their balanced approach and team cohesion are promising signs for future growth. To move higher up the table, focusing on consistency, defensive solidity, and squad depth will be key. Overall, a commendable campaign with plenty of room to build on for next season.
