Basel Secures Swiss League Title Driven by Shaqiri Hat Trick

Xherdan Shaqiri has been instrumental in FC Basel's resurgence, leading the club to its first Swiss Super League title since 2017. Returning to Basel in 2024 after stints with top European clubs and Major League Soccer, Shaqiri has delivered a dominant season with career-best figures, including 18 goals and 20 assists. A highlight was his remarkable nine-minute hat-trick against Lugano while Basel played with 10 men, sparking a 5-2 victory and extending Basel's winning streak. This performance helped Basel secure the league title with a comfortable points lead, ending Young Boys Bern's recent dominance in Swiss football. Shaqiri's leadership and on-field excellence have revitalized the team and energized its fanbase, positioning Basel for Champions League qualification next season. At 33, Shaqiri aims to cap his career with a legacy-defining title run.