Mumbai, May 19: One of Europe's most staggering and turbulent title races culminated Sunday in PSV Eindhoven being crowned Dutch champion at the expense of big rival Ajax, whose late-season meltdown couldn't be saved by a win in the final round. PSV retained the title by beating Sparta Rotterdam 3-1, with United States midfielder Malik Tillman scoring the third goal to settle any nerves with Ajax playing — and winning — its match taking place at the same time. Robin Van Persie Joins Boyhood Club Feyenoord As Head Coach Till 2027.

Ajax won 2-0 at home to FC Twente but that wasn't enough for the Amsterdam club, which finished a point behind PSV despite holding a nine-point lead with five games remaining. Then Ajax went on a four-match winless run that included two losses and two draws – an epic collapse that allowed PSV to make up the deficit in dramatic fashion and, ultimately, clinch a 26th Eredivisie title.

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