The 2006-07 campaign was a turbulent and difficult season for Borussia Dortmund as Die Schwarzgelben finished in a disappointing 9th place in the Bundesliga, their lowest league finish in seven years. The year was defined by significant managerial instability, with the club ultimately turning to Thomas Doll late in the season to steer them away from a potential relegation battle. Leading the line and proving to be the team's crucial spark was the new Swiss centre-forward Alexander Frei, whose 16 goals anchored the attack. It was a challenging season of transition that demonstrated the grit of the squad as they managed to secure a mid-table finish