The 1995-96 campaign delivered a dramatic Serie A survival for Piacenza as the Biancorossi successfully secured their top-flight status in the penultimate round, finishing 14th. Leading the charge was the surprising hero Nicola Caccia, whose 14 goals topped the side's scoring charts and proved decisive in a campaign built on sheer grit and a tight defensive line under manager Luigi Cagni. With key contributions from creative midfielder Gianpietro Piovani, the hard-fought year saw Piacenza finish a crucial five points clear of relegation, marking a successful and defining chapter in their fight to establish themselves in the elite.. The 1996-97 campaign delivered a dramatic Serie A survival for Piacenza as the Biancorossi secured their top-flight status only after a tense relegation play-off (spareggio) against Cagliari in Naples, which they won 3-1. Spearheading the charge was the sensational debutant Pasquale Luiso, whose 14 crucial league goals, including one in the decisive play-off, proved vital in a campaign defined by grit and the tactical guidance of coach Bortolo Mutti. The season was marked by a bizarre home/away contrast, Piacenza lost only once at home, and featured Luiso's iconic winning goal against AC Milan, a moment that cemented his 'Toro di Sora' legend among the faithful. It was a nervous but ultimately triumphant year that cemented their place in the top tier.