Season Review · July 28, 2025
Solid performance - Reliable football with room for growth
The 2023/24 season for Tidge Rovers in Division 5 was a commendable display of resilience and teamwork. Finishing in 4th place with 13 wins, 2 draws, and 7 losses, the Rovers demonstrated consistent performance throughout the campaign. Their goal difference of +21 stands out as one of the best in the division, highlighting their offensive prowess and defensive solidity. This fun fact underscores their ability to balance attack and defense effectively, making them a formidable side in the league.
Gary's mark
4/5
Good
Finished
4th
Points
41
Record
13-2-7
GD
+21
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
41
Win Rate
59%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3-H
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Steven Nguyen
CF
9 contributions
Top scorer
Steven Nguyen
CF
7 goals
Top assists
Ahmed Mourad
RW
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 41
- P71
- Scoring
- 61
- P79
- Defence
- 40
- P71
- Goal difference
- +21
- P79
4/5
Season mark
Good
Campaign Record
13-2-7
Wins
13
59%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
7
32%
Attack · Defence
+21 GD
Goal Contributions
Steven Nguyen
Player · 7G · 2A
9
Ramon Campos
Player · 5G · 3A
8
Fu Tahara
Player · 5G · 1A
6
Ulises Quiroz
Player · 5G · 4A
9
Issa Adeleye
Player · 4G
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
The 2023/24 season for Tidge Rovers in Division 5 was a commendable display of resilience and teamwork. Finishing in 4th place with 13 wins, 2 draws, and 7 losses, the Rovers demonstrated consistent performance throughout the campaign. Their goal difference of +21 stands out as one of the best in the division, highlighting their offensive prowess and defensive solidity. This fun fact underscores their ability to balance attack and defense effectively, making them a formidable side in the league.
This season's journey was marked by notable contributions from a core group of versatile players who contributed both goals and assists, fostering a cohesive team effort. While there is clear potential for further growth, the Rovers' steady progress and positive statistics suggest a promising future ahead.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Goal difference of +21 — among the best in Division 5
- 61 goals scored across the season
- Strong defensive record with only 40 goals conceded
- Consistent performances from key players like Steven Nguyen and Ulises Quiroz
- Secured a top-half finish in a competitive league
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the Rovers showcased solid attacking output and defensive stability, there is room to improve consistency, especially in closing out games and reducing losses. Developing a more resilient mentality in tight fixtures could elevate their league standing further. Additionally, expanding squad depth and rotation options might help sustain performance levels across the demanding season.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Tidge Rovers delivered a dependable and commendable season, marked by a strong goal difference and cohesive team play. Their offensive contributions from key players and solid defensive record are significant strengths. To push higher in the league, focusing on consistency and squad depth will be crucial. Overall, a promising campaign that sets a solid foundation for future success.