Season Review · September 8, 2026
Worthe City: Mixed fortunes - Ups and downs in an unpredictable season
Season 22 for Worthe City was a campaign marked by inconsistency and resilience. Finishing in 7th place in Division 4 (League 5), the club experienced a rollercoaster of results that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The season's fun fact reveals a team capable of attacking flair, with 53 goals scored—highlighting their offensive ambitions. However, this attacking prowess was sometimes offset by defensive lapses, as reflected in their goals against tally of 59. The season's unpredictable nature was encapsulated in their record of 10 wins, 2 draws, and 10 losses, illustrating a team that could both surprise and disappoint in equal measure.
Gary's mark
3/5
Average
Finished
7th
Points
32
Record
10-2-10
GD
-6
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
7th
Points
32
Win Rate
45%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
5-4-1-D
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Gilbert Bernard
AM
16 contributions
Top scorer
Gilbert Bernard
AM
7 goals
Top assists
Gilbert Bernard
AM
9 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 32
- P46
- Scoring
- 53
- P46
- Defence
- 59
- P46
- Clean sheets
- 9
- P46
- Goal difference
- -6
- P46
3/5
Season mark
Average
Campaign Record
10-2-10
Wins
10
45%
Draws
2
9%
Losses
10
45%
Attack · Defence
-6 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 for Worthe City was a campaign marked by inconsistency and resilience. Finishing in 7th place in Division 4 (League 5), the club experienced a rollercoaster of results that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The season's fun fact reveals a team capable of attacking flair, with 53 goals scored—highlighting their offensive ambitions. However, this attacking prowess was sometimes offset by defensive lapses, as reflected in their goals against tally of 59. The season's unpredictable nature was encapsulated in their record of 10 wins, 2 draws, and 10 losses, illustrating a team that could both surprise and disappoint in equal measure.
Throughout the season, Worthe City demonstrated an ability to find the net regularly, but struggled to maintain consistency at the back. The club's journey was a testament to their fighting spirit, even if the final league position did not fully reflect their attacking potential. With a total of 32 points, they narrowly missed out on higher league ambitions, but the season provided valuable lessons and moments of excitement for supporters.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights
Filed by
Gary Nano
- Scored 53 goals, showcasing attacking intent
- Notched multiple high-scoring matches
- Demonstrated resilience with 10 wins
- Maintained competitive performance despite ups and downs
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement
Desk lens
Touchline
Worthe City’s season was characterized by a balanced record of wins and losses, with a goal difference of -6 indicating defensive vulnerabilities. To climb higher in the league, the club needs to tighten their defensive organization and reduce the number of goals conceded, which could translate into more consistent results and a stronger push up the table.
The Long View
Final Assessment
Desk lens
The Ledger
Worthe City's Season 22 was a tale of mixed fortunes, with a team capable of attacking flair but occasionally inconsistent at the back. Their 53 goals scored reflect an offensive mindset, yet their defensive record suggests room for improvement. The club's ability to secure 10 wins demonstrates resilience, but balancing attack with defensive solidity will be key to future success. Overall, a season of ups and downs that provides a foundation to build upon for the next campaign.