Slipping out of the league ’s second tier were Cardiff City , joined by Notts County and Wolverhampton Wanderers – both relegated for the second season in succession . Veteran manager Tommy Docherty had tried his hand at reversing financially-troubled Wolves ’ rapid decline at the Molineux , but without success . Bradford City ’s Third Division championship glory was overshadowed on the final day of the season when a fire at their Valley Parade ground killed 56 spectators – including two followers of their opponents Lincoln City
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Bradford City stadium fire
1984–85 Football League