The 1997-98 campaign delivered a devastating, disastrous end to an era for Napoli as the Partenopei finished a crushing 18th in Serie A with only 14 points, resulting in a shocking relegation to Serie B for the first time since 1964. The season was marred by a constant managerial carousel (four coaches) and a dismal defensive record, conceding 76 goals. Amid the turmoil and disappointment, the form of young forward Claudio Bellucci, who netted 10 impressive goals, was a rare bright spark. This catastrophic year, which saw the great club crash out of the top flight just eight years after their last Scudetto, remains a painful and defining chapter in their modern history.