The 2011-12 campaign was a season of profound turmoil and ultimate heartbreak for Blackburn Rovers, as Rovers spectacularly crashed out of the Premier League with a 19th-place finish, ending their eleven-year stay in the top flight. The relegation, confirmed by a home defeat to Wigan, occurred amid widespread fan protests against the club's owners, Venky's, and manager Steve Kean. Despite the chaos, the one true bright spark was the Nigerian striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni, whose stunning individual effort saw him fire in 17 crucial league goals, including a memorable four-goal haul against Swansea. His prolific scoring proved a devastating anomaly in an otherwise wretched season, tinging his remarkable personal form with the sadness of the club's dramatic downfall.