The 1996-97 campaign delivered a triumphant return to glory for FC Bayern Munich, with Der FCB clinching their 13th Bundesliga title under the fiery, demanding guidance of manager Giovanni Trapattoni. Leading the charge was the legendary centre-forward Jürgen Klinsmann, whose 15 goals were crucial in a campaign built on domestic dominance and a formidable 34-goal difference. Despite a disappointing early exit from the UEFA Cup and some high-profile drama, such as Klinsmann's notorious advertising board kick after a substitution, the season secured Champions League qualification and remains a defining chapter of Trapattoni's tumultuous, yet successful, first spell.