Season Review · September 8, 2026
Stroggisbury United: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Stroggisbury United as they navigated the complexities of Division 7. The club struggled defensively throughout the campaign, culminating in a goal difference of -30, which underscores their defensive struggles this season. Despite their efforts, the team managed only 5 wins, 4 draws, and faced 13 losses, reflecting a tough period on the pitch. This season served as a valuable learning experience, highlighting areas where the team can develop and grow stronger in the seasons to come.
Gary's mark
1/5
Season Review
Finished
10th
Points
19
Record
5-4-13
GD
-30
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
10th
Points
19
Win Rate
23%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3-A
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Carlos Luís
AM
8 contributions
Top scorer
Luis Pinto
RF
5 goals
Top assists
Khadim Diakhate
AM
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 19
- P21
- Scoring
- 32
- P29
- Defence
- 62
- P13
- Clean sheets
- 2
- P4
- Goal difference
- -30
- P21
1/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
5-4-13
Wins
5
23%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
13
59%
Attack · Defence
-30 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 a challenging chapter for Stroggisbury United as they navigated the complexities of Division 7. The club struggled defensively throughout the campaign, culminating in a goal difference of -30, which underscores their defensive struggles this season. Despite their efforts, the team managed only 5 wins, 4 draws, and faced 13 losses, reflecting a tough period on the pitch. This season served as a valuable learning experience, highlighting areas where the team can develop and grow stronger in the seasons to come.
Interestingly, the club scored 32 goals but conceded 62, indicating a need for defensive reinforcement and tactical adjustments. With a points total of 19, Stroggisbury United finished in 10th place, marking a season of significant challenges but also opportunities for future improvement.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 32 goals across the season
- Faced 62 goals against, highlighting defensive issues
- Gained valuable experience in a competitive division
- Showed resilience despite tough results
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The team’s primary focus should be on tightening the defense to reduce the high number of goals conceded. Improving consistency in results and creating more scoring opportunities could also help climb the table in future seasons.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a difficult campaign for Stroggisbury United, marked by defensive struggles and a challenging league position. While the results were not favorable, the season provided crucial lessons in defensive organization and team resilience. Strengthening the backline and fostering a more balanced approach will be essential for progress. With targeted improvements, the club can aim to turn the tide in upcoming seasons and build a more competitive squad.