The 2002-03 campaign delivered a return to Bundesliga stability for Borussia Mönchengladbach, with Die Fohlen finishing a respectable 12th place in the German top flight under manager Ewald Lienen. Leading the charge were joint-top scorers Mikael Forssell and Igor Demo, whose 7 goals apiece proved vital in a campaign built on defensive solidity and a crucial reliance on strong results at their home, the venerable Bökelbergstadion. Wearing their iconic Reebok kits, it was a defining year of consolidation that marked the club's successful fight to re-establish themselves in the German elite after their promotion.