1993–94 Tranmere Rovers F.C. season

John Aldridge starred for Tranmere Rovers F.C. as they reached the Coca-Cola Cup semi finals in 1993–94. Tranmere were early First Division leaders after winning seven of their opening eleven matches, and regained first position in mid-December following three straight wins. John King's side defeated Oxford United 6–2, Grimsby Town 4–1, Oldham Athletic 3–0 and Nottingham Forest 2–0 in the Coca-Cola Cup, before losing on penalties to Aston Villa after a 4–4 draw in the semi-finals. They faltered in the promotion race, but qualified for the play-offs after five wins in six games, losing 2–1 to Leicester City in the semi-finals.

Tranmere Rovers F.C.
1993–94 season
ManagerJohn King
StadiumPrenton Park
Football League First Division5th (of 24)
Team colours

Final league table

Pos Team Pld W D L GF GA GD Pts Promotion or relegation
3 Millwall 46 19 17 10 58 49 +9 74 Participated in play-offs
4 Leicester City 46 19 16 11 72 59 +13 73 Promoted to FA Premier League through play-offs
5 Tranmere Rovers 46 21 9 16 69 53 +16 72 Participated in play-offs
6 Derby County 46 20 11 15 73 68 +5 71
7 Notts County 46 20 8 18 65 69 4 68
Source: rsssf.com

References

  • Leigh, Edwards (17 December 2011). "Tranmere Rovers classic campaigns". Official matchday programme. Stevenage F.C. (12): 21.
  • Upton, Gilbert; Wilson, Steve (November 1997). Tranmere Rovers 1921–1997: A Complete Record. ISBN 978-0-9518648-2-1.


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