 They finished last in the First Division for the second consecutive season, meaning that they faced a Test match against Liverpool in order to retain their top-flight status.They lost the match, which was played at Ewood Park, Blackburn, 2–0 and were relegated to the Second Division.In the FA Cup, the Heathens managed to reach the Second Round before being knocked out by Blackburn Rovers, losing 5–1 in a replay.