The 2002-03 campaign delivered a turbulent and historically disappointing season for Dundee United, as The Terrors finished a perilous 11th in the Scottish Premier League, a result that was statistically the club's worst since World War II. The campaign saw a complete upheaval both on and off the pitch, marked by a mid-season takeover by new chairman Eddie Thompson and three different managers. Despite the turmoil and relegation battle, Jim McIntyre's 9 crucial league goals were a vital contribution, and the team provided a memorable moment for the fans with a run to the CIS Insurance Cup Semi-Finals.