Season Review · September 8, 2026
Sousey Villa: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Season 22 proved to be an extremely challenging chapter for Sousey Villa, as the team struggled to find consistency and defensive stability throughout the campaign. Finishing in 11th place in their division, the club amassed only 2 wins, 1 draw, and suffered a staggering 19 losses. The goal difference of -89 highlights the defensive struggles that plagued the team, with only 7 goals scored against a formidable 96 conceded. This season was marked by a significant gap between attack and defense, making it a tough experience for players and supporters alike.
Gary's mark
5/5
Poor
Finished
11th
Points
7
Record
2-1-19
GD
-89
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
11th
Points
7
Win Rate
9%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
3-1-4-2
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Nilson Pires
LCF
3 contributions
Top scorer
Nilson Pires
LCF
2 goals
Top assists
Michel Lemoine
RCM
2 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 7
- P17
- Scoring
- 7
- P8
- Defence
- 96
- P4
- Clean sheets
- 2
- P13
- Goal difference
- -89
- P4
5/5
Season mark
Poor
Campaign Record
2-1-19
Wins
2
9%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
19
86%
Attack · Defence
-89 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
Season 22 proved to be an extremely challenging chapter for Sousey Villa, as the team struggled to find consistency and defensive stability throughout the campaign. Finishing in 11th place in their division, the club amassed only 2 wins, 1 draw, and suffered a staggering 19 losses. The goal difference of -89 highlights the defensive struggles that plagued the team, with only 7 goals scored against a formidable 96 conceded. This season was marked by a significant gap between attack and defense, making it a tough experience for players and supporters alike.
Interestingly, Sousey Villa's fun fact for the season underscores their defensive issues: a goal difference of -89, reflecting ongoing struggles at the back. Despite the hardships, the season offers valuable lessons and a foundation to build upon for future improvement. The club's resilience will be tested in the off-season as they aim to address their defensive frailties and aim for better results in the next campaign.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored only 7 goals across the season, highlighting offensive challenges
- Maintained team spirit despite tough results
- Gained valuable experience and lessons for future seasons
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
The primary focus for Sousey Villa moving forward should be addressing their defensive vulnerabilities, as evidenced by the high number of goals conceded. Improving overall team cohesion and creating more scoring opportunities will be essential to climb the league table and turn close matches into wins.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a difficult campaign for Sousey Villa, characterized by defensive struggles and limited offensive output. While the results were disappointing, the season provides a crucial learning experience. The club's strengths lie in their resilience and willingness to endure a tough season, but significant improvements are needed in defense and attack to achieve better standings in the future. With targeted efforts and strategic development, Sousey Villa can aim to turn this challenging season into a stepping stone for growth.