The 1995-96 campaign delivered a glorious return to major silverware for Fiorentina as La Viola, under the astute management of Claudio Ranieri, clinched their fifth Coppa Italia title. Spearheading the charge was the legendary Gabriel "Batigol" Batistuta, whose phenomenal 27 goals in all competitions proved decisive, including a stunning four-goal performance in the semi-finals against Inter and crucial strikes in both legs of the 3-0 aggregate Final victory over Atalanta. Despite a mid-season 15-match unbeaten streak, La Viola finished a strong 4th in Serie A, securing a coveted spot in the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup. It was a triumphant season that ended a 21-year trophy drought and remains a beloved, defining chapter in the club's history.. The 1996-97 campaign saw Fiorentina immediately claim silverware by winning the Supercoppa Italiana against AC Milan. While the Serie A season ended disappointingly in 9th place and marked the end of manager Claudio Ranieri's tenure, La Viola found glory in Europe, reaching the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup semi-finals, led by the iconic 'Batigol' Gabriel Batistuta, whose 13 league goals proved vital in a year defined by cup success.