The 2014-15 campaign was a season of renewed ambition for Sampdoria as the Blucerchiati, under the fiery guidance of Siniša Mihajlović and new president Massimo Ferrero, surged to a respectable 7th-place finish in Serie A. This crucial placement secured a coveted spot in the UEFA Europa League for the first time since 2010. Leading the line was the vital forward Éder, whose nine league goals (12 overall) proved decisive in a campaign built on defensive solidity, a strong start, and a determined push for Europe. It was a pivotal year that marked the club's successful re-establishment as a European contender and remains a defining chapter in their modern history.