PSV Leads Eredivisie Title Race After Ajax Draws Twice With Groningen

PSV Eindhoven, led by U.S. internationals Malik Tillman and Sergiño Dest, took a crucial step toward retaining the Eredivisie title with a commanding 4-1 victory over Heracles, reaching 100 league goals for the second consecutive season, a feat not seen since the early 1980s. Tillman scored twice, including a remarkable long-range goal, and assisted twice, while Dest contributed an assist upon returning from injury. Meanwhile, Ajax's title hopes suffered a major blow as they conceded a dramatic last-minute equalizer in a 2-2 draw against 10-man FC Groningen, ending their months-long lead atop the table. Despite taking the lead twice during that match, Ajax's inability to close out games has seen them win just one point in their last four outings, allowing PSV to reclaim the top spot by a single point heading into the final matchday. PSV can secure the championship by defeating Sparta Rotterdam, while Ajax must win against FC Twente and hope for a PSV slip-up. The title race now hinges on these final matches, with PSV favored due to their superior goal difference and recent form.