Saturday, May 17, 2025, marked a thrilling conclusion to several European football leagues and top matches, with champions crowned and final standings determined.
Saturday Top Matches Victors and Winners of Different Leagues. PSG, Bayern, and Palace Lead the Glory
Ligue 1: PSG’s Dominance Continues
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured their 13th Ligue 1 title, finishing the season with 84 points. Their final match saw a 3-1 comeback victory over Auxerre, highlighted by two goals from winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Marseille and AS Monaco secured the second and third spots, respectively, ensuring Champions League qualification.
OGC Nice’s match emphatic 6-0 win over Brest earned them a place in the competition’s third qualifying round. At the bottom, Saint-Étienne and Montpellier faced relegation, while Reims entered a promotion/relegation playoff after a dramatic shift in standings.
Bundesliga: Bayern Munich Reclaims the Throne
Bayern Munich clinched their 33rd Bundesliga title, finishing the season with 82 points. They concluded their campaign with a commanding 4-0 win over Hoffenheim, featuring goals from Michael Olise, Joshua Kimmich, Serge Gnabry, and Harry Kane. Bayer Leverkusen secured second place, while Eintracht Frankfurt and Borussia Dortmund rounded out the top four, earning Champions League spots. SC Freiburg and Mainz 05 qualified for the Europa League and Conference League, respectively. Holstein Kiel and VfL Bochum faced relegation after finishing at the bottom of the table.
FA Cup: Crystal Palace’s Historic Triumph
Crystal Palace defeated Manchester City 1-0 in the FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium in a stunning, upsetting match. This victory marked Crystal Palace’s first major trophy, achieved through a resilient performance against the Premier League giants.
Primeira Liga: Sporting CP’s Title Defense
Sporting CP successfully defended their Primeira Liga title, edging out Benfica on goal difference. Both teams entered the final matchday level on points, but Sporting’s 2-0 victory over Vitoria and Benfica’s 1-1 draw against Braga secured the championship for Sporting. Star striker Viktor Gyokeres played a pivotal role, scoring the decisive goal in their final match.
The culmination of these leagues brought excitement and surprises, setting the stage for an eventful off-season and the anticipation of the next campaign matches.
