Today, Harry Kane’s First Trophy?
Hot Saturday in Europe: Three Teams Could Secure Titles
A decisive day awaits European football as three teams have the chance to secure their league titles.
Paris Saint-Germain, under Luis Enrique, has already secured the Ligue 1 title. Now, Bayern Munich and Liverpool have the opportunity to clinch the Bundesliga and Premier League titles, respectively, with only a few weeks remaining in the season. Celtic is also on the verge of securing the Scottish Premiership title.
Harry Kane’s First Trophy?
Harry Kane, the English star, may finally break his trophy drought and win his first major title. Kane, who has not won any trophies with Tottenham or the England national team, failed to secure silverware in his first season at Bayern Munich after losing to Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga and German Cup. Despite scoring 447 goals at the top level, Kane has yet to win a team trophy and has previously stated he would trade all his individual awards for one team title.
In the 31st week of the Bundesliga, Bayern will host Mainz, while Bayer Leverkusen faces Augsburg. For Bayern and Kane to win the title, they must defeat Mainz and hope Leverkusen loses to Augsburg. With an eight-point gap between Bayern and Leverkusen and only four matches remaining, this scenario could secure the title for Bayern. Even if Bayern draws and Leverkusen loses, Bayern’s superior goal difference (+58 vs. +29) could be decisive. Bayern coach Vincent Kompany emphasized that the team is focused solely on the Mainz match and not considering other scenarios. Bayern, who lost 2-1 to Mainz earlier in the season, are highly motivated for revenge.
Liverpool on the Verge of Premier League Title
In the Premier League, Liverpool, under Arne Slot, are one step away from the title after Arsenal’s draw with Crystal Palace. A single point against Tottenham would secure their 20th league title, matching Manchester United’s record. Slot stressed that his team is only focused on winning and will not settle for a draw. This title would be a significant achievement for Liverpool in their first season post-Jürgen Klopp.
Celtic’s Imminent Title
In Scotland, Celtic are practically champions with a 15-point lead over Rangers and a superior goal difference (+75 vs. +33). A single point against Dundee United or a Rangers failure to win against St. Mirren will confirm Celtic’s fourth consecutive title.
This could be a historic moment for Kane, Liverpool, and Celtic as they aim to add prestigious trophies to their cabinets.