The 1997-98 campaign delivered a deeply disappointing 10th-place finish for AC Milan as the Rossoneri struggled to find consistency in Serie A. Though George Weah grabbed 10 crucial league goals and club icon Paolo Maldini was promoted to captain in the first season without the legendary Franco Baresi, the return of manager Fabio Capello failed to deliver results, leading to his sacking. It was a turbulent year that marked the end of an era and culminated in a runners-up finish in the Coppa Italia.