The 2007-08 campaign saw Les Dogues, under the guidance of manager Claude Puel, secure a respectable 7th-place finish in Ligue 1, narrowly missing out on European qualification despite a league-leading 18 draws. Leading the charge was the versatile Michel Bastos, whose 8 league goals proved decisive in a season built on a solid defensive record and the tactical emergence of young stars like Yohan Cabaye. It was a transitional year that laid the foundation for future success and remains a noteworthy chapter in the club's modern history.