The 2007-08 campaign delivered a hard-fought return to the top flight for Lecce as the Giallorossi, managed by Giuseppe Papadopulo, surged to a 3rd-place finish in Serie B. Despite earning an impressive 83 points and boasting the best defense in the league, they were forced into the tense promotion play-offs. Leading the charge was the clinical striker Simone Tiribocchi, whose 17 goals proved decisive in a campaign built on resilience. This standout season culminated in a dramatic two-legged play-off final victory over AlbinoLeffe, securing promotion back to Serie A and marking a significant, defining chapter in the club's modern history.