Season Review · April 24, 2026
Strong campaign - Consistent excellence throughout the season
Mads Hem Rovers delivered a very good performance in Season 17, finishing comfortably in 5th place in Division 6. The team demonstrated remarkable consistency and resilience, securing 14 wins, 2 draws, and only 6 losses. Their solid defensive record, with only 32 goals conceded, contributed to a goal difference of +37—among the best in Division 6. This impressive goal difference underscores their offensive potency and defensive solidity, making them a formidable side throughout the season.
Gary's mark
4/5
Season Review
Finished
5th
Points
44
Record
14-2-6
GD
+37
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
44
Win Rate
64%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-2-3-1
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Orlando Fernandes
LW
14 contributions
Top scorer
Aboubacar Mambo
CF
8 goals
Top assists
Orlando Fernandes
LW
7 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 44
- P63
- Scoring
- 69
- P71
- Defence
- 32
- P63
- Goal difference
- +37
- P63
4/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
14-2-6
Wins
14
64%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
6
27%
Attack · Defence
+37 GD
Goal Contributions
Aboubacar Mambo
CF · 8G · 4A
12
Orlando Fernandes
LW · 7G · 7A
14
Edwin van der Linde
AM · 6G · 4A
10
Bert de Graaf
AM · 6G · 4A
10
Roel van Velzen
RW · 5G · 6A
11
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
Mads Hem Rovers delivered a very good performance in Season 17, finishing comfortably in 5th place in Division 6. The team demonstrated remarkable consistency and resilience, securing 14 wins, 2 draws, and only 6 losses. Their solid defensive record, with only 32 goals conceded, contributed to a goal difference of +37—among the best in Division 6. This impressive goal difference underscores their offensive potency and defensive solidity, making them a formidable side throughout the season.
A fun fact about this campaign is that Mads Hem Rovers achieved a goal difference of +37, which ranks among the best in Division 6, highlighting their balanced approach and attacking efficiency. The team’s ability to score freely while maintaining defensive discipline was a key factor in their successful season.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 69 goals, showcasing attacking prowess
- Conceded only 32 goals, demonstrating defensive strength
- Multiple players contributed significantly to the attack
- Consistent performances across the season, finishing 5th in the league
- Top players displayed versatility and team spirit
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While the team showed great consistency and offensive strength, there is room to tighten defensive organization further to reduce goals conceded. Additionally, maintaining squad fitness and rotation could help sustain performance levels across all competitions.
Season Rating:(Very Good)
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Mads Hem Rovers' Season 17 was marked by steady progress, attacking flair, and defensive resilience. Their ability to score freely and keep goals out at the other end was a testament to their balanced approach. The standout performances from key players contributed significantly to their successful campaign. Moving forward, focusing on defensive organization and squad depth could elevate their performance even further. Overall, a very good season that sets a solid foundation for future success.