The 2015-16 campaign delivered a triumphant return to the top flight for Metz as Les Grenats clinched a spectacular 3rd-place finish in Ligue 2 and secured crucial promotion back to Ligue 1. Leading the charge was the prolific forward Yeni Ngbakoto, whose 12 goals proved decisive in a campaign built on newfound stability under manager Philippe Hinschberger. It was a standout year that marked Metz's successful fight to return to the elite and remains a defining chapter in the club's modern history.