Season Review · April 24, 2026
Strong campaign - Consistent excellence throughout the season
Season 17 proved to be a commendable chapter in Shielant City's football journey, as they showcased a blend of resilience and attacking prowess in Division 6. Finishing in 3rd place with 14 wins, 4 draws, and only 4 losses, the team demonstrated remarkable consistency and tactical discipline. Their goal difference of +64 stands out as one of the best in Division 6, highlighting their defensive solidity and offensive efficiency. This impressive goal difference underscores their ability to dominate matches and maintain control throughout the season.
Finished
3rd
Points
46
Record
14-4-4
GD
+64
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
3rd
Points
46
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
Ruben Pereira
AM
15 contributions
Top scorer
John Graham
LW
10 goals
Top assists
Afonso Pereira
RW
9 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 46
- P75
- Scoring
- 86
- P88
- Defence
- 22
- P79
- Goal difference
- +64
- P79
Campaign Record
14-4-4
Wins
14
64%
Draws
4
18%
Losses
4
18%
Attack · Defence
+64 GD
Goal Contributions
John Graham
LW · 10G · 4A
14
John Peters
AM · 9G · 3A
12
Ruben Pereira
AM · 9G · 6A
15
Ahmed Abbas
LW · 8G · 5A
13
Nigel Young
CF · 7G · 3A
10
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 17 proved to be a commendable chapter in Shielant City's football journey, as they showcased a blend of resilience and attacking prowess in Division 6. Finishing in 3rd place with 14 wins, 4 draws, and only 4 losses, the team demonstrated remarkable consistency and tactical discipline. Their goal difference of +64 stands out as one of the best in Division 6, highlighting their defensive solidity and offensive efficiency. This impressive goal difference underscores their ability to dominate matches and maintain control throughout the season.
A fun fact about this campaign is that Shielant City’s goal difference of +64 is among the best in Division 6, reflecting their balanced approach and attacking strength. The team’s offensive firepower was evident, with a total of 86 goals scored, making them one of the most prolific sides in their division. Their journey was marked by steady performances, strategic gameplay, and a squad that contributed across the board.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 86 goals, showcasing attacking dominance
- Conceded only 22 goals, demonstrating defensive resilience
- Secured a top-three finish in Division 6
- Maintained a goal difference of +64, among the best in the division
- Multiple players contributed significantly to the attack, with double-digit goal scorers
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Shielant City displayed offensive strength and defensive stability, they could benefit from further consistency in away matches to secure more points on the road. Additionally, developing squad depth to manage fixture congestion and potential injuries could elevate their performance in future seasons.
Season Rating: (Very Good)
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Shielant City’s Season 17 was marked by a strong, consistent campaign that saw them finish comfortably in the top three of Division 6. Their impressive goal difference and balanced attack highlight their strengths, especially their offensive firepower and defensive resilience. Moving forward, enhancing away form and squad depth could help push them even higher in the standings. Overall, a very good season that sets a solid foundation for future success.