The 2013-14 campaign delivered a major success for Saint-Étienne as Les Verts secured a spectacular 4th-place finish in Ligue 1, narrowly missing the Champions League qualifying spot by just two points. Leading the charge in the attack was the clinical forward Mevlüt Erdinç, whose 11 league goals were crucial in a season built on a formidable defense marshaled by captain Loïc Perrin and a team ethic instilled by manager Christophe Galtier. This standout season marked their return to consistent European qualification via their league finish and remains a proud chapter in the club's modern history.