Under manager Frank Clark, Manchester City competed in the First Division, seeking promotion back to the Premier League. The squad featured key players such as Niall Quinn, Paulo Wanchope, and Paul Walsh, providing attacking threat, while defensive inconsistency hindered results. City’s form was uneven, with promising victories often followed by disappointing losses. They finished 3rd, narrowly missing automatic promotion, which forced them into the playoffs. In the playoff semi-finals, City were eliminated, prolonging their stay in the second tier. Cup competitions offered limited success, with early exits highlighting the club’s focus on league improvement and the need for further squad strengthening.
