Season Review · September 8, 2026
Tidstley: Difficult campaign - A season to learn from and improve
Season 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Tidstley, as the team struggled to find consistency and defensive stability. Finishing 12th in their division, the club amassed only 2 wins, 1 draw, and suffered 19 losses. The season was marked by significant defensive issues, culminating in a staggering goal difference of -94, with only 6 goals scored and 100 conceded. The fun fact of the season highlights this defensive struggle, emphasizing the need for a strategic overhaul to improve future performances.
Gary's mark
1/5
Season Review
Finished
12th
Points
7
Record
2-1-19
GD
-94
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
12th
Points
7
Win Rate
9%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Pedro Chagas
RW
3 contributions
Top scorer
Pedro Chagas
RW
2 goals
Top assists
Nilson Pires
CF
2 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 7
- P4
- Scoring
- 6
- P4
- Defence
- 100
- P4
- Clean sheets
- 2
- P25
- Goal difference
- -94
- P4
1/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
2-1-19
Wins
2
9%
Draws
1
5%
Losses
19
86%
Attack · Defence
-94 GD
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 22 proved to be a challenging chapter for Tidstley, as the team struggled to find consistency and defensive stability. Finishing 12th in their division, the club amassed only 2 wins, 1 draw, and suffered 19 losses. The season was marked by significant defensive issues, culminating in a staggering goal difference of -94, with only 6 goals scored and 100 conceded. The fun fact of the season highlights this defensive struggle, emphasizing the need for a strategic overhaul to improve future performances.
Despite the difficulties, the season offers valuable lessons. The club's experience in this tough division underscores the importance of defensive organization and resilience. With only 7 points accumulated, Tidstley will be aiming to rebuild and develop a more balanced squad to climb the ranks in upcoming seasons.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
Filed by
Gary Nano
- None recorded due to the season's overall struggles.
- Gained experience in a competitive division.
- Recognized the critical need for defensive improvements.
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
Tidstley's season was marred by a poor record of 2 wins, 1 draw, and 19 losses, with a goal difference of -94. The team scored only 6 goals while conceding 100, highlighting critical defensive and offensive issues. Addressing these areas will be essential for future progress and competitiveness.
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Season 22 was a difficult campaign for Tidstley, characterized by defensive struggles and limited offensive output. The team finished in 12th place with only 7 points, reflecting a need for significant improvement across all areas. Strengths are hard to identify given the season's challenges, but the experience gained provides a foundation for growth. Focused efforts on defensive solidity and goal-scoring will be vital to turn this season around in the future.