The 1998-99 campaign was a vital season of resurgence for Hamburger SV as The Rothosen secured a respectable 7th-place finish in the Bundesliga, which earned them a coveted spot in the UEFA Intertoto Cup. Leading the charge was the legendary Ghanaian striker Tony Yeboah, whose 14 crucial league goals marked a powerful return to his explosive form and re-established his reputation as one of the league's most feared attackers. Yeboah's firepower anchored a determined side featuring the emergence of young talent like Thomas Gravesen and solidified Hamburg's position in the top half of the table. It was a pivotal year that signaled a clear step forward for the club and remains a memorable chapter in The Rothosen's modern history.