The 2007-08 campaign was a tense, relegation-fueled battle for Torino, but Il Toro ultimately secured their Serie A status with a 15th-place finish. Leading the charge was the fan-favorite captain and talisman, Alessandro "Rosinaldo" Rosina, whose flair and 8 crucial league goals proved decisive in the fight for survival. Rosina's leadership, which earned him the captain's armband in January 2008, was the driving force in a season defined by hard-fought draws, including a thrilling 4-4 result against Parma, and the passionate support of the Granata faithful. It was a stressful but successful year that cemented Rosina's status as a club icon.