The 2018-19 campaign delivered a dominant triumph for FC Metz as Les Grenats surged to the Ligue 2 title and secured an instant return to the top flight after just one season. Leading the charge was the prolific forward Habib Diallo, whose phenomenal 26 league goals anchored the attack and proved decisive in a campaign built on a blistering start of seven straight wins and defensive strength. Under the guidance of Frédéric Antonetti and then Vincent Hognon, this successful year, which saw a program record four players named to the All-Conference team, remains a defining chapter in the club's modern history.