A 3 -- 1 defeat ended a memorable cup run .
The Bees ' form began to suffer , losing four of the next seven league matches , but two consecutive wins in early March elevated the club into 2nd place .
A 3 -- 1 defeat ended a memorable cup run and the Bees ' form began to suffer , losing four of the next seven league matches , but two consecutive wins in early March elevated the club into 2nd place .