Season Review · September 8, 2026
Ham Villa: Top-three finish - A strong Division 8 campaign
Ham Villa's Season 22 was a commendable display of consistency and resilience in Division 8. Finishing in 2nd place, the club demonstrated a solid performance throughout the campaign, securing 14 wins, 2 draws, and only 6 losses. Their offensive prowess was evident with 75 goals scored, complemented by a sturdy defense that conceded just 38 goals, resulting in a remarkable goal difference of +37 across 22 league matches. An interesting fun fact from this season is their goal difference of +37, which stands out as a significant achievement given the number of matches played.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
2nd
Points
44
Record
14-2-6
GD
+37
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
2nd
Points
44
Win Rate
64%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-2-3
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Poul Nielsen
CF
21 contributions
Top scorer
Poul Nielsen
CF
18 goals
Top assists
Pedro Chagas
RW
11 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 44
- P88
- Scoring
- 75
- P96
- Defence
- 38
- P63
- Clean sheets
- 2
- P13
- Goal difference
- +37
- P79
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
14-2-6
Wins
14
64%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
6
27%
Attack · Defence
+37 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
Ham Villa's Season 22 was a commendable display of consistency and resilience in Division 8. Finishing in 2nd place, the club demonstrated a solid performance throughout the campaign, securing 14 wins, 2 draws, and only 6 losses. Their offensive prowess was evident with 75 goals scored, complemented by a sturdy defense that conceded just 38 goals, resulting in a remarkable goal difference of +37 across 22 league matches. An interesting fun fact from this season is their goal difference of +37, which stands out as a significant achievement given the number of matches played.
This strong league performance highlights Ham Villa's ability to compete at a high level within their division, setting a firm foundation for future ambitions. Their consistent results and goal-scoring record underscore a team that was both effective in attack and disciplined in defense, making them a formidable side in Division 8.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Secured a top-three finish in Division 8
- Scored 75 goals, showcasing attacking strength
- Conceded only 38 goals, reflecting defensive solidity
- Achieved a goal difference of +37 across the season
- Finished 2nd in the league standings
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While Ham Villa's season was notably successful, there is always room for growth. Reducing the number of losses could elevate their standing further, and maintaining or improving their goal difference will be key to pushing for the top spot next season.
Season Rating:(Very Good)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Ham Villa's Season 22 was a highly commendable effort, marked by a strong league position and impressive goal difference. Their attacking output and defensive resilience were key factors in their success. Moving forward, focusing on consistency and minimizing defeats could help them clinch the top spot in the next campaign. Overall, a very good season that sets a positive trajectory for the club.