Season Review · July 28, 2025
Solid performance - Reliable football with room for growth
Sougham United's 2023/24 season in Division 7 has been a commendable display of consistency and team effort. Finishing in 5th place with 38 points, the team demonstrated resilience and a positive goal difference of +17—more goals scored than conceded—highlighting their balanced approach on both ends of the pitch. This fun fact underscores their offensive potency and defensive solidity, setting a solid foundation for future campaigns. The season was marked by a steady accumulation of wins and a few draws, reflecting a team capable of competing at a high level while still seeking to elevate their performance.
Gary's mark
4/5
Good
Finished
5th
Points
38
Record
12-2-8
GD
+17
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
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
Alejandro Jimenez
CF
9 contributions
Top scorer
Alejandro Jimenez
CF
6 goals
Top assists
Martin Guzman
RCM
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 38
- P63
- Scoring
- 60
- P79
- Defence
- 43
- P38
- Goal difference
- +17
- P63
4/5
Season mark
Good
Campaign Record
12-2-8
Wins
12
55%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
8
36%
Attack · Defence
+17 GD
Goal Contributions
Alejandro Jimenez
Player · 6G · 3A
9
Hamada Zaki
Player · 6G · 2A
8
Marko Knežević
Player · 5G · 1A
6
Luis Cabral
Player · 5G · 2A
7
Abba Mohammed
Player · 4G · 1A
5
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
Sougham United's 2023/24 season in Division 7 has been a commendable display of consistency and team effort. Finishing in 5th place with 38 points, the team demonstrated resilience and a positive goal difference of +17—more goals scored than conceded—highlighting their balanced approach on both ends of the pitch. This fun fact underscores their offensive potency and defensive solidity, setting a solid foundation for future campaigns. The season was marked by a steady accumulation of wins and a few draws, reflecting a team capable of competing at a high level while still seeking to elevate their performance.
Throughout the season, Sougham United showcased a collective spirit, with key players stepping up and contributing across the board. Their ability to score goals from multiple sources and maintain a disciplined defensive record has been a defining feature. While there is room for growth, particularly in converting draws into wins and tightening defensive lapses, the overall trajectory points toward a promising future.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Positive goal difference of +17– more goals scored than conceded
- Multiple players reaching double digits in goals and assists
- Consistent team effort with minimal disciplinary issues
- Mid-table finish with potential for upward mobility
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Sougham United's season has been solid, there are opportunities to push higher up the table. Improving consistency in converting draws into wins and tightening defensive lapses could help secure more points. Additionally, increasing squad depth and rotation might help maintain performance levels throughout the season.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Sougham United has delivered a reliable and balanced campaign, underpinned by a positive goal difference and collective effort. Their offensive contributions from multiple players and disciplined approach are notable strengths. To progress further, the team should focus on converting more opportunities into wins and enhancing defensive resilience. With continued development, Sougham United is poised for an even more competitive season ahead.