The 2001-02 campaign was a tumultuous season of survival for Sheffield Wednesday as The Owls finished a precarious 20th in the First Division, narrowly avoiding a second successive relegation by just one point. The year was marked by off-field turmoil, including a managerial change from Peter Shreeves to Terry Yorath, who was tasked with steering the club clear of the drop. Despite the league anxiety, the unforgettable high point was a dramatic run to the League Cup semi-finals, a brilliant distraction from the struggle. Leading the charge with vital goals throughout the season was the enigmatic forward Gerald Sibon, whose 12 league strikes proved crucial in the club's hard-fought battle to retain their second-tier status.