The 2013-14 campaign was one of turbulence and unfulfilled domestic promise for Os Dragões, who ultimately finished 3rd in the Primeira Liga despite an early season surge under manager Paulo Fonseca. After Fonseca's mid-season departure, the team rallied under Luís Castro but fell short of the title, though they did secure silverware with victory in the Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira. Leading the charge with immense consistency was the prolific Colombian striker Jackson Martínez, whose 20 league goals (and 29 overall) proved decisive and earned him the club's 'best sportsman' award. The season was also memorable for a strong European run that saw them progress from a tough Champions League group to reach the UEFA Europa League Quarter-finals, defining a year of resilient fight from the team.