The 2005-06 campaign delivered a triumphant and spectacular return for Celta Vigo as Os Celestes, newly promoted, surged to a coveted 6th-place finish in La Liga under the astute guidance of Fernando Vázquez. This crucial position secured a spot in the UEFA Cup, marking a successful re-establishment in the Spanish elite. Spearheading the charge was the Brazilian forward Fernando Baiano, whose 13 league goals proved decisive, supported by the emerging talent of a young David Silva on loan. It was a season built on grit and flair that remains a defining chapter in the club's modern history.