Saturday, May 10, 2025, delivered an unforgettable day of football across Europe’s top leagues. From last-minute equalizers to record-breaking performances, the action was relentless. Here’s a comprehensive roundup of the day’s standout matches:
🇵🇹 Primeira Liga: Benfica and Sporting CP Draw, Title Race Goes to the Wire
In a highly anticipated Lisbon derby, Benfica and Sporting CP played to a 1-1 draw at Estádio da Luz. Francisco Trincão gave Sporting the lead in the 4th minute, assisted by Viktor Gyökeres. Benfica equalized in the 63rd minute through Kerem Aktürkoğlu, who capitalized on a setup by Vangelis Pavlidis. Both teams now sit on 79 points, with Sporting holding a slight edge due to goal difference. The league title will be decided on the final matchday.
🇮🇹 Serie A: AC Milan Stages Comeback Against Bologna
AC Milan kept their European hopes alive with a 3-1 comeback victory over Bologna at San Siro. Riccardo Orsolini opened the scoring for Bologna in the 29th minute. However, Milan responded with Santiago Giménez equalizing in the 73rd minute. Christian Pulisic then gave Milan the lead in the 79th minute and assisted Giménez’s second goal in stoppage time. The win propels Milan closer to European qualification.
🇮🇹 Serie A: Lazio Snatches Late Draw Against 10-Man Juventus
Juventus and Lazio shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw at Stadio Olimpico. Randal Kolo Muani put Juventus ahead early in the second half. The match turned when Pierre Kalulu received a red card, reducing Juventus to ten men. Lazio capitalized in stoppage time, with Matías Vecino scoring the equalizer. Both teams remain locked in a tight race for Champions League qualification.
🇪🇸 LaLiga: Sørloth’s Four-Goal Blitz Leads Atlético Madrid to Victory
Alexander Sørloth delivered a historic performance, scoring four goals in Atlético Madrid’s 4-0 win over Real Sociedad. He netted a hat-trick between the 7th and 11th minutes, marking the fastest in LaLiga history, and added a fourth in the 30th minute. This dominant display solidifies Atlético’s position in the top three.
🇫🇷 Ligue 1: Marseille Triumphs Over Le Havre to Secure Champions League Spot
Olympique de Marseille secured a crucial 3-1 victory against Le Havre, ensuring their qualification for the next season’s Champions League. Amine Gouiri opened the scoring in the 56th minute. Issa Soumaré equalized for Le Havre in the 66th minute. Mason Greenwood restored Marseille’s lead in the 85th minute, and Gouiri sealed the win with his second goal in stoppage time.
🇬🇧 Premier League: Southampton Holds Manchester City to a Goalless Draw
In a surprising result, already-relegated Southampton held Manchester City to a 0-0 draw at St. Mary’s Stadium. City dominated possession and had 26 shots but failed to break through Southampton’s resolute defense. The draw hampers City’s Champions League qualification hopes, leaving them vulnerable to challengers with games in hand.
This thrilling day of football showcased the unpredictability and excitement that defines the beautiful game. With league titles and European qualifications on the line, the final weeks of the season promise even more drama.
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