Season Review · April 24, 2026
Struggling season - Battling against the odds
Season 17 proved to be a challenging campaign for Well Tow Albion in Division 7, League 2. Finishing in 8th place with 8 wins, 1 draw, and 13 losses, the club faced stiff competition and struggled to maintain consistency throughout the season. Despite the setbacks, Well Tow Albion demonstrated resilience and an attacking mindset, as reflected in their impressive goal tally. Fun fact: they scored 50 goals this season, showcasing their commitment to attacking football even amid adversity.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
8th
Points
25
Record
8-1-13
GD
-1
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
25
Win Rate
36%
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
Masayuki Oba
RCF
10 contributions
Top scorer
Masayuki Oba
RCF
9 goals
Top assists
Wilhelm Schneider
RCM
5 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 25
- P38
- Scoring
- 50
- P38
- Defence
- 51
- P46
- Goal difference
- -1
- P38
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
8-1-13
Wins
8
36%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
13
59%
Attack · Defence
-1 GD
Goal Contributions
Masayuki Oba
CF · 9G · 1A
10
Andres Villanueva
CM · 6G · 1A
7
Andres Holmes
AM · 6G · 3A
9
David Rogers
CF · 5G · 1A
6
Wilhelm Schneider
CM · 5G · 5A
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 challenging campaign for Well Tow Albion in Division 7, League 2. Finishing in 8th place with 8 wins, 1 draw, and 13 losses, the club faced stiff competition and struggled to maintain consistency throughout the season. Despite the setbacks, Well Tow Albion demonstrated resilience and an attacking mindset, as reflected in their impressive goal tally. Fun fact: they scored 50 goals this season, showcasing their commitment to attacking football even amid adversity.
This season's journey was marked by moments of promise and individual brilliance, with several players stepping up to contribute offensively. The team’s efforts, though sometimes marred by defensive lapses, kept them competitive in many matches. The club’s fighting spirit remains intact as they look to build on the positives and address their shortcomings for next season.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- 50 Goals scored– a testament to their attacking approach
- Top scorer Masayuki Oba netted 9 goals
- Strong contributions from Andres Holmes with 6 goals and 3 assists
- Wilhelm Schneider provided 5 goals and 5 assists, showcasing versatility
- Demonstrated resilience despite finishing mid-table in a tough division
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
While Well Tow Albion displayed attacking prowess, their defensive record was a concern, with goals conceded nearly matching goals scored. Improving defensive organization and consistency at the back could help turn narrow losses into valuable points. Additionally, maintaining focus in crucial moments and reducing individual errors will be vital for climbing higher in the standings.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 17 for Well Tow Albion was a mixed bag—marked by a spirited attacking approach and individual contributions but hindered by defensive vulnerabilities. The team’s ability to score goals kept them competitive, yet defensive lapses often cost crucial points. Strengths include their attacking intent and the emergence of key players like Oba and Schneider. Moving forward, addressing defensive stability and building consistency will be essential for progress. Overall, a season of battling against the odds, with room for growth and improvement.