Sporting Lisbon secured the Primeira Liga trophy following Benfica's 2-2 draw against Vitoria Guimaraes on Saturday, according to Reuters. The result left Jose Mourinho's team five points behind the leaders with only one fixture remaining in the season. Although Benfica could complete the season without a single defeat, they will finish as runners-up in the standings.
Mourinho returned to Portuguese football last summer to take charge of the Lisbon club. His side recorded 25 victories and eight draws across 33 league matches, per Sky Sports. However, Sporting Lisbon's superior winning record ensured they clinched their 20th league title with a game to spare.
Benfica's pursuit of a 39th league crown was hampered by a series of draws during the spring period. The club last won the domestic title in 2023. They now prepare for their final match against Rio Ave, while Sporting Lisbon celebrate their second championship in three years, as reported by The Guardian.
