The 2004-05 campaign was a dramatic fight for survival for Triestina as the Alabardati finished 18th in Serie B, a position that forced a tense, do-or-die relegation play-off against rivals Vicenza. Leading the charge and proving decisive was the prolific veteran striker Denis Godeas, whose 14 league goals, and two crucial goals in the play-off, anchored the attack in a turbulent season under manager Attilio Tesser. It was a nervy but vital year of grit and determination that ultimately saw the club triumph in the play-off to hold onto their Serie B status, marking a defining chapter of their enduring fight.