PSV Eindhoven vs Ajax: The Ultimate Eredivisie Showdown
This Sunday, all eyes will be on the Philips Stadion as PSV Eindhoven hosts Ajax in a highly anticipated Eredivisie clash. With the league title race heating up, this De Topper encounter promises to be a spectacle filled with intensity, drama, and top-tier football action.
PSV, the reigning champions, started the season in dominant fashion, winning 14 of their first 16 games. However, since the beginning of 2025, their form has dipped significantly, allowing Ajax to take control at the top of the standings. Now six points behind their arch-rivals, PSV knows that a victory here is crucial if they want to keep their title hopes alive.
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Before the international break, PSV managed to regain some momentum with a solid 3-0 victory over RKC Waalwijk. Ivan Perisic opened the scoring early, with Noa Lang and Luuk de Jong sealing the win. However, despite their attacking prowess, their inconsistent performances in the past couple of months raise questions about whether they can rise to the occasion against Ajax. That being said, their home record remains formidable—undefeated at Philips Stadion this season with 10 wins and three draws. If there’s ever a time to prove their strength, it’s now.
Meanwhile, Ajax has been flying high in the Eredivisie, boasting an impressive run of 10 consecutive league wins before the break. However, their European campaign ended in disappointment after a heavy defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt in the Europa League. In their most recent league match, they played out a hard-fought 2-2 draw against AZ Alkmaar, a game marked by two red cards and late drama.
Francesco Farioli’s side has been nearly unstoppable in domestic competition, with only two league defeats all season—both coming in away matches. The psychological edge, however, remains with Ajax, as they defeated PSV 3-2 in the reverse fixture back in November. Will they be able to replicate that success on enemy turf, or will PSV’s home advantage prove decisive?
In terms of team news, PSV faces key absences, including Ricardo Pepi and Malik Tillman, who are both out with long-term injuries. Additionally, newly signed forward Lucas Perez has been sidelined indefinitely due to a tuberculosis diagnosis. On the other hand, Ajax will be without Anton Gaaei due to suspension, meaning Lucas Rosa is expected to step in at right-back. Goalkeeper Remko Pasveer remains doubtful, so Matheus should continue between the posts, while Brian Brobbey will likely lead the attack in Wout Weghorst’s absence.
With so much at stake, this game has all the makings of a classic. PSV will be desperate to close the gap in the title race, while Ajax will want to extend their lead at the top. Given PSV’s strong home record and Ajax’s attacking firepower, we anticipate a closely fought contest that could very well end in a 2-2 draw. However, in football, anything can happen, and this is a match you won’t want to miss!
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