The 2005–06 season saw Dynamo Dresden relegated from the 2.

After a strong start, they went on a run of 13 matches without a win, which put them in relegation danger and cost manager Christoph Franke his job.

Former Austria international Peter Pacult took over, and made major changes to the squad in mid-season.

Results improved, but Dynamo were unable to avoid the drop, finishing 15th.

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