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They lost the first leg 5–0 at Leeds Road, but amazingly they drew 1–1 at Highbury Stadium to lose 6–1 on aggregate.

The mid season didn't give much more joy, but a run in the League Trophy saw Town reach the area final for a two-legged play-off against Carlisle United.

Following the defeat to promotion chasing Port Vale on 15 March, many were even wondering if Town were staying in Division 2.

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