SC Freiburg secured their place in the German Bundesliga with a 1-0 win over Hertha BSC at the Mercedes-Benz Arena on Saturday night.
The game was played in front of a packed crowd, with both teams looking to secure a vital three points in their pursuit of European football next season.
Hertha BSC started brightly but were unable to create any clear-cut chances as the match progressed.
However, it was SC Freiburg who took the lead in the 66th minute through a well-taken goal from Grifo.
The winger burst past his marker and fired home from close range, sending the crowd into raptures.
The visitors continued to press for an equaliser, but they were unable to find a way through as the final whistle blew.
SC Freiburg's victory means that they will be back in the Bundesliga for another season, while Hertha BSC will have to wait until next year if they hope to avoid relegation.
Despite the defeat, Hertha BSC manager Peter Stöger praised his players for their efforts in the match.
"We didn't play our best game, but we gave everything we had," he said. "We can take some positives out of this match, like the fact that we created a few good opportunities."
Overall, it was a tough loss for Hertha BSC, but one that could prove to be a turning point in their season. They will now need to focus on improving their performances in order to avoid relegation and stay in the Bundesliga.