Season Review · April 24, 2026
Struggling season - Battling against the odds
Season 17 proved to be a challenging chapter for Shifass Albion as they navigated the complexities of Division 4 in League 3. Finishing in 8th place with a record of 7 wins and 15 losses, the team faced significant defensive struggles, culminating in a daunting goal difference of -36. Despite the tough results, the squad remained resilient, demonstrating a fighting spirit even amidst adversity. The fun fact of the season highlights their defensive woes, as the team conceded 63 goals, reflecting areas needing urgent attention to climb the league ladder.
Finished
8th
Points
21
Record
7-0-15
GD
-36
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
8th
Points
21
Win Rate
32%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-2-3-A
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Aaron Roberts
CB
0 contributions
Top scorer
Aaron Roberts
CB
0 goals
Top assists
Aaron Roberts
CB
0 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 21
- P38
- Scoring
- 27
- P38
- Defence
- 63
- P38
- Goal difference
- -36
- P38
Campaign Record
7-0-15
Wins
7
32%
Draws
0
0%
Losses
15
68%
Attack · Defence
-36 GD
The Filing
Gary's notebook, desk by desk — with the forthcoming newsroom voices framed around the edges.
From Gary's Notebook
Season Overview:
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Gary Nano
Season 17 proved to be a challenging chapter for Shifass Albion as they navigated the complexities of Division 4 in League 3. Finishing in 8th place with a record of 7 wins and 15 losses, the team faced significant defensive struggles, culminating in a daunting goal difference of -36. Despite the tough results, the squad remained resilient, demonstrating a fighting spirit even amidst adversity. The fun fact of the season highlights their defensive woes, as the team conceded 63 goals, reflecting areas needing urgent attention to climb the league ladder.
Throughout the season, Shifass Albion showcased moments of collective effort, with several players contributing across multiple facets of play. While the results didn't favor them, the experience gained sets a foundation for future growth and improvement.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Strong team spirit despite defensive setbacks
- Consistent squad rotation with multiple players contributing
- Resilient performances in tough fixtures
- Jaime Lopez's efforts between the sticks as the primary goalkeeper
Standout Filings
Player Analysis and Standout Performers:
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Gary Nano
- Frederick Day (RWB):The team player - Contributing in multiple ways
- Raimundo De Sousa (CB):The team player - Contributing in multiple ways
- Ahmed Mohammed (RM):The team player - Contributing in multiple ways
- Mohamed Zidan (CM):The team player - Contributing in multiple ways
- Jaime Lopez (GK):The team player - Contributing in multiple ways
While none of the top players registered goals or assists, their consistent presence and versatility were vital in maintaining team cohesion during a difficult season.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
The primary focus for Shifass Albion moving forward should be strengthening their defensive organization to reduce conceding goals. Additionally, increasing offensive output and creating more scoring opportunities will be crucial to climbing the league standings. Developing a more cohesive attacking strategy and perhaps integrating goal-scoring midfielders could turn the tide.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Shifass Albion's Season 17 was marked by resilience amid adversity, with notable defensive struggles impacting overall performance. The team’s collective effort and squad versatility are positives to build upon. Addressing defensive frailties and boosting offensive productivity will be key to future success. With targeted improvements, the club can aim for a more competitive and balanced campaign next season.