They competed in the 24-team Division Three, then the fourth tier of English football, finishing second, winning promotion to Division Two.
During the season the club was taken over by Lebanese businessman Sam Hammam, whose investment in the club would later see Cardiff win two promotions in the next four years.
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[2] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.