Season Review · September 8, 2026
Yarton United: Division 8 review - The season in numbers
Yarton United's journey through Season 22 in Division 8 has been a compelling story of resilience and attacking prowess. Finishing in 4th place with a record of 15 wins and only 7 losses, the team demonstrated significant attacking strength, netting 78 goals over the course of the season. A notable fun fact from this campaign is their impressive goal difference of +43 across 22 league matches, highlighting their ability to both score freely and maintain defensive solidity. This season marked a solid step forward for the club, showcasing their potential to challenge higher-tier teams and build momentum for future campaigns.
Gary's mark
5/5
Season Review
Finished
4th
Points
45
Record
15-0-7
GD
+43
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
4th
Points
45
Win Rate
68%
Games
22
Season Shape
Most used XI
Best-fit starting eleven for the campaign's most common formation.
Primary shape
4-3-3-H
Formation usage
Standouts
Season honours
MVP by goal contributions, plus the leading scorer and creator.
Season MVP
Khadim Diakhate
CF
17 contributions
Top scorer
Khadim Diakhate
CF
11 goals
Top assists
John Mouritsen
RW
10 assists
Season profile
League-relative strengths
Percentile rank against clubs in the same league. Further out is stronger.
- Results
- 45
- P71
- Scoring
- 78
- P79
- Defence
- 35
- P79
- Clean sheets
- 10
- P79
- Goal difference
- +43
- P83
5/5
Season mark
Season Rating
Campaign Record
15-0-7
Wins
15
68%
Draws
0
0%
Losses
7
32%
Attack · Defence
+43 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
Yarton United's journey through Season 22 in Division 8 has been a compelling story of resilience and attacking prowess. Finishing in 4th place with a record of 15 wins and only 7 losses, the team demonstrated significant attacking strength, netting 78 goals over the course of the season. A notable fun fact from this campaign is their impressive goal difference of +43 across 22 league matches, highlighting their ability to both score freely and maintain defensive solidity. This season marked a solid step forward for the club, showcasing their potential to challenge higher-tier teams and build momentum for future campaigns.
Despite the absence of verified top player performance totals, the overall team effort was evident in their consistent results and goal-scoring record. Yarton United's season was characterized by a strong offensive display and a disciplined defensive approach, setting a positive foundation for the seasons to come.
Campaign Highlights
Key Achievements and Highlights:
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Gary Nano
- Scored 78 goals, showcasing offensive firepower
- Conceded only 35 goals, demonstrating defensive resilience
- Achieved a +43 goal difference, one of the standout stats of the season
- Finished 4th in Division 8, a commendable league position
Pressure Points
Areas for Improvement:
Desk lens
Touchline
While Yarton United delivered a strong offensive season, the team might benefit from further consistency in securing wins and reducing losses to climb higher in the league standings. Improving in areas such as goal conversion or defensive organization could help turn more draws or narrow losses into victories, pushing the club closer to the top spot.
Season Rating:(Very Good)
The Long View
Final Assessment:
Desk lens
The Ledger
Yarton United's Season 22 was marked by a potent attack and a solid defensive record, culminating in a 4th place finish. Their remarkable goal difference of +43 underscores their offensive strength, while their overall points tally reflects a competitive edge in Division 8. Moving forward, focusing on consistency and capitalizing on scoring opportunities could elevate their performance even further. With a foundation of strong results and a positive goal difference, the club is well-positioned for continued growth and success.