The 2005-06 campaign delivered a solid season of consolidation for FC Twente, as The Tukkers secured a 9th-place finish in the Eredivisie and notably earned a crucial spot in the Intertoto Cup via the play-offs. Leading the charge was their formidable Swiss centre-forward, Blaise Nkufo, whose 12 league goals proved decisive in a season built on defensive strength and resilience. This foundational year, which saw the emergence of talents like Kennedy Bakircioglü, marked the crucial beginning of the club's successful push back toward the top of Dutch football.