Oldham 's trip back to the Second Division was more successful than their previous appearance .
In the 1973 -- 74 season , the club finished in first place and return to the Second Division for the first time in 21 years .
Oldham 's trip back to the Second Division was more successful than Second Division 's previous appearance .
In the 1973 -- 74 season , the club finished in first place and return to the Second Division for the first time in 21 years .