2005–06 ACF Fiorentina season

Fiorentina
2005–06 season
Chairman Andrea Della Valle
Manager Cesare Prandelli
Serie A 9th (originally 4th)
Coppa Italia Last 16
Top goalscorer League:
Luca Toni (31)
All:
Luca Toni (33)

ACF Fiorentina had its best season on the pitch since 1998-99 season, and was thought to have clinched a qualifying spot to the 2006-07 UEFA Champions League, before the club was punished for its involvement in the Italian football scandal. It was originally relegated to Serie B, but following a successful appeal, Fiorentina was admitted to play in Serie A the following season, albeit lost its Champions League slot and had to start the season 15 points down, removing all chances to challenge for the title.

The most significant player during the season was new striker Luca Toni, who netted almost one goal per match on average over the full season, winning the topscoring battle of Serie A with 31 strikes, which was an almost unprecedented result. New goalkeeper Sébastien Frey was also impressive, conceding 41 goals only due to a weak defence.

Contents

Squad

Goalkeepers

Defenders

Midfielders

Attackers

Serie A

Matches

Top Scorers

Sources

| RSSSF - Italy 2005/06