The 2009-10 campaign was a vital season of consolidation for Chievo Verona as the Gialloblu secured their Serie A status with a crucial 14th-place finish under manager Domenico Di Carlo. Leading the charge was the legendary club captain Sergio Pellissier, whose 11 goals were pivotal, including a memorable late equalizer to complete his first career hat-trick in a thrilling 3-3 draw away to Juventus. The team's survival was hard-fought, ultimately confirmed on matchday 37 with a home draw against Bologna, marking a successful chapter of stability and top-flight endurance for the Flying Donkeys.