The 2010-11 campaign for Bordeaux was a turbulent season of transition, delivering a 7th-place finish in Ligue 1, their lowest position in six years. The year began under new manager Jean Tigana, who struggled to replace the recently departed stars Yoann Gourcuff and Marouane Chamakh before being replaced late in the season. Spearheading the attack for Les Girondins was the new center-forward Anthony Modeste, whose 10 crucial league goals marked his arrival as the team's top scorer. Despite falling short of European spots and suffering early cup exits, the season was a necessary, though frustrating, chapter as the club sought to rebuild its identity.