The 2005-06 campaign delivered a competitive 3rd-place finish for Club Brugge in the First Division, securing a coveted spot in the UEFA Cup. Leading the charge was the Croatian striker Boško Balaban, whose 13 league goals and overall prolific form proved vital in a season that also featured the club's run in the UEFA Champions League group stage. Under manager Jan Ceulemans, this Zwart-Blauw side showcased resilience in a tight title race, providing a solid foundation and marking a chapter defined by European ambition for the club.. The 2006-07 campaign was a season of dramatic turmoil and ultimate cup glory for Club Brugge. Despite finishing 6th in the Belgian First Division and navigating a mid-season managerial change, Zwart rallied under Cedomir Janevski to win the Belgian Cup, defeating rivals Standard Liège 1-0 in the final and securing a spot in the UEFA Cup. Spearheading the attack was the Croatian striker Boško Balaban, whose 16 league goals proved vital, including a crucial late strike in the UEFA Cup first round that ensured their passage to the Group Stage. It was a triumphant year defined by resilience and cup success.