
Season Review · July 28, 2025
Strong campaign - Consistent excellence throughout the season
Harleigh's 11th season in Division 7 has been a testament to resilience and team cohesion. Finishing in 4th place with 14 wins, 3 draws, and only 5 losses, the team demonstrated a steady performance throughout the campaign. Their goal difference of +32 is among the best in Division 7, highlighting their defensive solidity and attacking prowess. This impressive statistic underscores their ability to both score freely and limit opponents' opportunities, contributing significantly to their strong league position.
Gary's mark
5/5
Very Good
Finished
4th
Points
45
Record
14-3-5
GD
+32

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
45
Win Rate
64%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3-D
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Jose Alvarez
LW
15 contributions
Top scorer
Jose Alvarez
LW
12 goals
Top assists
Pierluigi Brambilla
RW
7 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 45
- P75
- Scoring
- 56
- P71
- Defence
- 24
- P67
- Goal difference
- +32
- P58
5/5
Season mark
Very Good
Campaign Record
14-3-5
Wins
14
64%
Draws
3
14%
Losses
5
23%
Attack · Defence
+32 GD
Goal Contributions
Jose Alvarez
Player · 12G · 3A
15
Eberhard Heinrich
Player · 6G · 4A
10
Omar Miranda
Player · 5G · 4A
9
Siaka Soumahoro
Player · 5G · 2A
7
Amadou Doumbia
Player · 5G · 1A
6
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
Harleigh's 11th season in Division 7 has been a testament to resilience and team cohesion. Finishing in 4th place with 14 wins, 3 draws, and only 5 losses, the team demonstrated a steady performance throughout the campaign. Their goal difference of +32 is among the best in Division 7, highlighting their defensive solidity and attacking prowess. This impressive statistic underscores their ability to both score freely and limit opponents' opportunities, contributing significantly to their strong league position.
Fun fact: Harleigh's goal difference of +32 ranks among the best in Division 7, reflecting their balanced approach and consistent performance across the season. The team showcased a solid foundation, with key players stepping up and maintaining high standards game after game.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 56 goals, showcasing an effective attacking strategy
- Conceded only 24 goals, demonstrating defensive discipline
- Maintained a positive goal difference of +32, one of the best in the division
- Secured a top-four finish, qualifying for potential playoffs or higher ambitions
- Consistent team effort with multiple players contributing to the attack
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Harleigh’s season has been commendable, there remains room to enhance consistency in away fixtures and tighten defensive lapses in high-stakes matches. Developing squad depth to sustain performance levels across all competitions could also bolster their chances in future campaigns.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Harleigh’s season has been marked by steady progress and impressive team cohesion. Their strong goal difference and top-four finish reflect a well-balanced squad capable of competing at a high level within Division 7. The standout performances from key players like Jose Alvarez and Eberhard Heinrich have been instrumental in their success. Moving forward, focusing on consistency and squad depth will be crucial to climbing higher in the league standings. Overall, a very good season that sets a solid foundation for future ambitions.
