1958–59 Stoke City F.C. season
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The 1958–59 season was Stoke City's 52nd season in the Football League and the 19th in the Second Division.
1958–59 season | ||
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Chairman | Mr C. Salmon | |
Manager | Frank Taylor | |
Stadium | Victoria Ground | |
Football League Second Division | 5th (49 Points) | |
FA Cup | Fourth Round | |
Top goalscorer | League: Dennis Wilshaw (15) All: Dennis Wilshaw (18) | |
Highest home attendance | 30,083 vs Leyton Orient (27 December 1958) | |
Lowest home attendance | 6,855 vs Grimsby Town (25 April 1959) | |
Average home league attendance | 17,249 | |
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After failing to sign any new players in the summer of 1958, Stoke City manager Frank Taylor faced a difficult season ahead. His decision not to strengthen the squad was soon proven to be a mistake, as the team suffered a 6–1 defeat on the opening day of the season. Despite a difficult start to the season, Stoke City managed to turn their fortunes around with two solid unbeaten runs before the end of 1958. These strong performances put the team in contention for promotion, but they were unable to maintain their momentum in 1959. Six wins out of 23 matches left them 11 points behind second-placed Fulham. It was a disappointing end to a season that had shown some promise.[1]