Season Review · July 28, 2025
Struggling season - Battling against the odds
Martot Park's 11th season in the league was a challenging campaign marked by resilience and a desire to improve. Finishing in 9th place in Division 4, League 7, the team faced a tough battle throughout the season. Despite a difficult run, they managed to score an impressive 55 goals—highlighting their attacking intent and offensive potential. Fun fact: Martot Park scored 55 goals this season, showcasing their prolific attacking football even amidst adversity.
Gary's mark
5/5
Below Average
Finished
9th
Points
23
Record
7-2-13
GD
-18
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
9th
Points
23
Win Rate
32%
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
Mohamed Badr
CF
16 contributions
Top scorer
Mohamed Badr
CF
10 goals
Top assists
Mohamed Badr
CF
6 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 23
- P29
- Scoring
- 55
- P67
- Defence
- 73
- P21
- Goal difference
- -18
- P38
5/5
Season mark
Below Average
Campaign Record
7-2-13
Wins
7
32%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
13
59%
Attack · Defence
-18 GD
Goal Contributions
Mohamed Badr
Player · 10G · 6A
16
Vladimir Bošnjak
Player · 5G · 3A
8
Javier Techera
Player · 5G · 2A
7
Roberto Palma
Player · 5G · 3A
8
Claudio Lopes
Player · 4G · 5A
9
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
Martot Park's 11th season in the league was a challenging campaign marked by resilience and a desire to improve. Finishing in 9th place in Division 4, League 7, the team faced a tough battle throughout the season. Despite a difficult run, they managed to score an impressive 55 goals—highlighting their attacking intent and offensive potential. Fun fact: Martot Park scored 55 goals this season, showcasing their prolific attacking football even amidst adversity.
The season was characterized by moments of promise, but also by defensive struggles that saw them concede 73 goals. The team’s fighting spirit was evident in their ability to net goals regularly, but consistency and defensive solidity remain areas to develop. The squad displayed commendable teamwork, with several players contributing across various facets of play, emphasizing their collective effort despite the overall results.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- 55 goals scored– a testament to their attacking prowess
- Mohamed Badr’s standout season with 10 goals and 6 assists
- Strong team contribution from Vladimir Bošnjak, Javier Techera, Roberto Palma, and Claudio Lopes
- Persistent fighting spirit despite finishing mid-table
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Defensive organization remains a key area for growth, as conceding 73 goals indicates vulnerabilities at the back. Increasing defensive solidity and reducing goals conceded could help convert more draws into wins and climb the league table. Additionally, consistency across matches and maintaining offensive momentum will be vital for future success.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Martot Park's season was marked by attacking flair and team effort, but defensive frailties hindered their overall standing. The squad’s collective contributions and goal-scoring ability are promising signs, yet addressing defensive issues and consistency will be crucial for a more competitive campaign next season. With strategic improvements, they can turn their attacking potential into more positive results and climb higher in the league standings.