The 2013-14 campaign delivered a catastrophic end to an era for Fulham as The Cottagers were relegated to the Championship, finishing a crushing 19th after a 13-year stay in the top flight. The year was defined by profound instability, including the sacking of two managers, Martin Jol and René Meulensteen, before the arrival of Felix Magath, none of whom could solve a defensive crisis that saw them concede a staggering 85 goals. Despite the turmoil, the committed midfielder Steve Sidwell was the top league scorer with 7 crucial goals, in a season that also featured the presence of the mercurial Dimitar Berbatov until his January departure. It was a turbulent, heartbreaking year that marked a significant chapter in the club's modern history.