City were sixth on 3 December and there was talk of a much-awaited return to European football, but they won only four of their remaining 25 league games, finishing just four points clear of relegation, and Horton was sacked.
City were sixth on 3 December and there was talk of a much-awaited return to European football, as young talents such as Garry Flitcroft, Richard Edghill, and Steve Lomas came to the fore. However they won only four of their remaining 25 league games, finishing just four points clear of relegation, and Horton was sacked.