In a few hours it will be December 28a date known in Mexico as the April fool’s day. Although in our country tradition does not have the same weight as in other regions, sport left in 2025 a series of events so unexpected that they seemed straight out of a joke. Next, we review 10 sports news that surprised everyone this year.
What news surprised everyone in 2025?
2025 will be marked as an atypical year in different disciplines. From the fall of dynasties to unexpected championships, these events broke any previous forecast and became a must-see conversation worldwide.
Kansas City Chiefs | AP
The Kansas City Chiefs dynasty is over
The Kansas City Chiefs experienced their most complicated season in more than a decade. After years of dominance in the NFL, the team missed the playoffs, ending an era marked by constant conference finishes and Super Bowl titles. The fall surprised both fans and analysts, who saw the team as a permanent contender.
Checo Pérez signed with Cadillac
One of the most impressive movements in motorsports was the return of Sergio “Checo” Pérez to sign with cadillaca team that is preparing to compete in Formula 1. The change marked an unexpected turn in the Mexican driver’s career and generated enormous expectations in the paddock.
Czech Perez | @SChecoPerez
The Knicks won a trophy again with the NBA Cup
After decades without real prominence, the New York Knicks They raised a trophy when they became champions of the NBA Cup. Although it was not the league title, the achievement meant a symbolic resurgence for one of the NBA’s most historic franchises.
Toluca broke its malaria and was two-time champion
Toluca lived a dream year in Mexican soccer by breaking a long drought and proclaiming itself Two-time championsomething that seemed unthinkable a few seasons ago. The scarlet team once again placed itself among the country’s greats and restored the enthusiasm of its fans.
Two-time champions | IMAGO7
Max Verstappen was not Formula 1 Champion
After several years of absolute dominance, Max Verstappen The season ended without the Formula 1 world championship. The loss of the title marked a change of cycle in the premier category of motorsport and confirmed that the grid was once again highly competitive.
America incredibly lost its ticket to the Club World Cup against LAFC
Club América dramatically let the possibility of qualifying for the team slip away. Club World Cupafter falling before LAFC in a duel that seemed controlled. The result was considered one of the most painful failures of the year for the azulcrema team.
Loss to LAFC
Mazatlán leaves and Atlante returns
Mexican soccer was shaken again with an unexpected movement: Mazatlán FC left its place and Atlante returned to the maximum circuit. The news generated debate about the identity, franchises and direction of the league, recalling old controversies in national football.
Paris Saint Germain finally won the Champions League
After years of investment, criticism and frustration, the Paris Saint Germain finally conquered Champions League. The European title ended one of the most talked-about droughts in modern football and validated a project that seemed doomed to fall short.
Champions League | AP
Carlo Ancelotti became Brazil coach
The appointment of Carlo Ancelotti as a national team coach Brazil shook the football world. The arrival of a European coach to one of the most emblematic teams on the planet broke historical paradigms and opened a new stage for the Canarinha.
The two-time championship of the Los Angeles Dodgers
In the Major Leagues, the Los Angeles Dodgers they achieved the two-time championshipconsolidating itself as the most dominant franchise in the MLB today. The achievement reaffirmed its sporting and financial power in a highly competitive league.
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