Fiorentina Away Shirt 1997/98

Fiorentina’s 1997/98 season was one of strong performances and near-misses, as the club re-established itself as a Serie A contender under manager Alberto Malesani.

Led by captain and superstar Gabriel Batistuta, alongside Rui Costa, Edmundo, and Amoroso, Fiorentina played some of Italy’s most attacking, expressive football. They finished 5th in Serie A, qualifying for the UEFA Cup, and were among the league’s top scorers, though defensive inconsistency cost them a title challenge.

In the Coppa Italia, they reached the semifinals but were eliminated by Milan. Despite no trophies, the 1997/98 campaign marked Fiorentina’s return to prominence — a stylish, ambitious side built around Batistuta’s goals and Rui Costa’s creativity.