The 2000–01 season was the 122nd season in Bolton Wanderers Football Club's existence, and their third successive season in the Football League First Division. It covers the period from 1 July 2000 to 30 June 2001.
Season summary
Bolton finished third, qualifying for the play-offs. Two late goals gave the Wanderers a 3–0 win over local rivals Preston North End, thus allowing Bolton return to the Premiership after an absence of three seasons. ==Squad==
Squad
:Squad at end of seasonLeft club during season ==Results==
Results
First DivisionPlay-offsFA CupLeague Cup ==Appearances==
Appearances
Bolton used a total of 35 players during the season. ==Top scorers==