The 2006-07 campaign was a landmark season for Livorno as Amaranto, despite a mid-season managerial change, finished 11th in Serie A and embarked on their first-ever adventure in the UEFA Cup. The team was powered by the phenomenal form of captain and club symbol Cristiano Lucarelli, whose 20 league goals, placing him second on the Serie A scoring charts, proved vital. Their European journey, which included Lucarelli scoring on their debut, saw them successfully navigate the group stage and reach the Round of 32, marking a historic chapter in the club's modern history.