The 2005-06 campaign delivered a solid European qualification for Hertha Berlin as Die Alte Dame secured a respectable 6th-place finish in the Bundesliga, earning a place in the Intertoto Cup. Leading the charge was the Brazilian fan-favorite Marcelinho Paraíba, whose 12 goals and trademark flair proved decisive in a season built on attacking threat and domestic stability. It was a year that showcased Marcelinho's brilliant individual talent and remains a cherished chapter in the club's modern history.. The 2006-07 campaign was a rollercoaster season of European adventures and consolidation for Hertha BSC, with Die Alte Dame finishing a respectable 10th place in the Bundesliga. The year began triumphantly, with the club securing the prestigious UEFA Intertoto Cup, earning a place in the UEFA Cup. Spearheading the attack with characteristic drive was the brilliant Marko Pantelić, whose 14 league goals proved vital for the side. Despite a brief, disappointing run in the UEFA Cup, the team showed resilience by reaching the quarter-finals of the DFB-Pokal, making this a stable year that cemented the club's status and provided flashes of excitement for the faithful supporters.