 In a match delayed by 15 minutes due to traffic, they helf on for a 2–1 win and were safe again.The 1997–98 season, Strachan's first full campaign in charge, brought back a sense of optimism to the club.In November, Bryan Richardson revealed plans for the club's future including the proposed "Arena 2000", a 40,000-seat stadium in Holbrooks which also formed part of the England 2006 FIFA World Cup bid.