For good measure, the FA Cup was also won, to make Villa the second team to complete "The Double" after Preston North End in 1888–89.

John Campbell was not quite as productive as in the previous season, and the leading scorer honours went to Fred Wheldon.

Fred had been signed in 1896 for £350 from local rivals Small Heath, who had been relegated the previous season.

failed to win on 10 April; Villa had three games left to play, all of which were won.

Ever-present: Charlie Athersmith, Jimmy Cowan, Fred Wheldon First at top: 28 Nov Players used: 17