The 2009-10 campaign delivered a competitive but ultimately third-place finish for Porto as Os Dragões secured a spot in European competition. Leading the charge was the sensational new signing, Colombian striker Radamel Falcao, whose prolific 25 league goals proved decisive in a season that was ultimately built on his spectacular attacking talent. It was a defining chapter that established Falcao's legendary status and foreshadowed the club's incredible success in the seasons immediately following.