The 2007-08 campaign delivered a season of mid-table consolidation for Espanyol as Los Pericos finished 12th in La Liga, successfully navigating the challenge of following up their emotional deep run to the UEFA Cup Final the previous year. Leading the charge was the versatile forward Luis García, whose 13 crucial goals proved vital in a campaign built on domestic stability and resilience under manager Ernesto Valverde. It was a foundational year that marked a period of safe standing in the top flight, confirming their status in La Liga and remaining a significant chapter in the club's modern history.