It was a season of what might have been for Stoke as they often looked capable of challenging for promotion but then played badly the next match.

In the end Stoke had to settle for a final position of 13th after picking up a modest 44 points in what was a frustrating season.

[1] However, despite the new arrival being met by approval by the fans Graver would have an unsuccessful spell at the Victoria Ground.

[1] It was a season of what might have been as Stoke failed to impress after their good start, and slid down the table finally ending up in a rather poor position of 13th.

[1] They were often found wanting and their home form was very poor, a 3–2 win against Liverpool was the best of the season in what was a 'thrilling' contest.