The year 2025 proved to be an intense one for South American leagues, featuring thrilling tournaments and surprising outcomes that shaped the region's sports landscape. Soccer, the most followed sport, saw unexpected teams reach glory while traditional powerhouses maintained dominance.
Below is a comprehensive list of the teams that emerged as champions in their respective national leagues: Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay, Colombia, Ecuador, Chile, Peru, Bolivia, and Venezuela.
In Argentina, Platense won the Apertura and Estudiantes de La Plata the Clausura, while Rosario Central claimed the Liga championship in an unusual format. Flamengo took the title in Brazil's Brasileirão. Uruguay's Nacional triumphed in the AUF League tournament. In Paraguay, Libertad and Cerro Porteño dominated the Apertura and Clausura respectively. Colombia celebrated Independiente Santa Fe and Junior de Barranquilla as champions, while Ecuador's Independiente del Valle clinched the national title.
Chile's Coquimbo excelled in the Primera Division, and Peru saw Universitario win Liga 1. Bolivia boasted Always Ready in the 2025 Professional Division, and Venezuela crowned Universidad Central as the Absolute Champion. This panorama showcases the diversity and passion of South American leagues, delivering exciting stories and victories that will linger in fans' memories.
