The 2006-07 campaign was a glorious return to form for Aberdeen as The Dons secured a spectacular 3rd-place finish in the Scottish Premier League, their highest since the 1995-96 season. This success secured a coveted UEFA Cup spot, dramatically confirmed on the final day with a 2-0 victory over Rangers. Leading the charge was local hero Darren Mackie, whose 13 crucial goals fired the team, under the guidance of manager Jimmy Calderwood, back onto the European stage. It was a triumphant year that marked the club's resurgence and remains a defining chapter in The Dons' modern history.