PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Eredivisie, February 8, 2025
PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II Preview
- Tournament: Eredivisie
- Date: Saturday, February 8
- Kick-off Time: 5:45 pm GMT
- Venue: Philips Stadion, Eindhoven, Netherlands
Matchday 22 of the 2024/25 Eredivisie season will witness the league leaders, PSV Eindhoven, welcoming Willem II at the Philips Stadion on Saturday evening. The hosts have occupied the top spot for quite a while now and have 50 points in the bag, two more than Ajax in second. Willem II, on the other hand, is struggling in the bottom half of the table at 21st, just three points above the relegation zone. The PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II encounter should be a comfortable day at the office for the hosts.
PSV Eindhoven will be slightly disappointed and unsatisfied with how the recent games have played out. In the last six matches, the club has managed four victories to go with a draw and a defeat. PSV recorded a surprising but important victory against Liverpool on the last matchday of the Champions League, which earned them a place in the play-offs. PSV is in a very delicate place in the league, with Ajax ready to pounce on the top spot if they win their game in hand. The club has kept seven clean sheets and scored 68 goals in the league already. Ricardo Pepi and Luuk de Jong have 21 goals combined between them this campaign.
Willem II has endured a challenging time recently. The visitors have accumulated just a single victory, along with a draw and four defeats in the last six outings. During this period, Willem has scored just five goals and conceded a further 14. Defensive instability has been a reason for Willem’s struggle this season, having conceded the most penalties this season (five) and only possessing five clean sheets in the Eredivisie. Cisse Sandra and Nick Doodeman are the top scorers (four) and the top assist giver (three), respectively this season.
PSV Eindhoven Team News
Malik Tillman (Ankle Injury), Olivier Boscagli (Muscle Injury), Ricardo Pepi (Knee Injury), and Sergino Dest (Knee Injury) are all scheduled to remain on the sidelines on Saturday. There are also doubts over the participation of Noa Lang who is recovering from an illness, but those around the club expect him to be ready for the match.
Willem II Team News
As far as Willem II is concerned, Amine Lachkar and Dani Mathieu are the only two doubts ahead of the match on Saturday. Their participation will depend on the final greenlight from the club doctors. Jeremy Bokila will also miss the game due to a suspension, Willem II usually lines in a 4-2-3-1 formation,
PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II Predicted Lineups
PSV Eindhoven Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Benitez
Defenders: Ledezma, Flamingo, Obispo, Dams
Midfielders: Saibari, Junior, Tillman
Forwards: Bakayoko, de Jong, Lang
Willem II Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)
Goalkeeper: Didillon
Defenders: St. Jago, Behounek, Schouten, Sigurgeirsson
Midfielders: Tirpan, Lambert, Meerveld
Forwards: Sandra, Fatah, Vaesen
PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II Head-To-Head Record
Overall, in the last five head-to-head games between the two clubs, PSV Eindhoven has won four matches while Willem II has emerged triumphant on one occasion.
| Result | Date and Competition |
| Willem II 0-2 PSV Eindhoven | 2024, Eredivisie |
| PSV Eindhoven 4-2 Willem II | 2022, Eredivisie |
| Willem II 2-1 PSV Eindhoven | 2021, Eredivisie |
| Willem II 0-2 PSV Eindhoven | 2021, Eredivisie |
| PSV Eindhoven 3-0 Willem II | 2020, Eredivisie |
Key Players to Watch in PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II
Ivan Perisic (PSV Eindhoven)
Ivan Perisic was a terrific acquisition by PSV Eindhoven in the summer transfer window. Perisic is in the twilight of his career but is still a valuable asset to have in the squad. The former Inter Milan player will be used as a backup option for PSV Eindhoven and that is a terrific option for coach, Peter Bosz. Perisic is ranked third in big chances created in the league so far (eight). The Croatian veteran has registered one goal and four assists in the league already.
Noa Lang (PSV Eindhoven)
Noa Lang is certainly a well-known name in Dutch football. After stints with FC Twente, Ajax, and Club Brugge, Lang joined PSV Eindhoven last season. He has become an indispensable part of the Dutch outfit since then. Noa Lang is an interesting character and not the easiest one to manage in a dressing room. The 25-year-old has six goals and eight assists this season for PSV Eindhoven.
PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II Prediction
PSV will feel that the game on Saturday is a good opportunity to gain further ground on Ajax in the league table and the title race. The visitors are in for a tough evening at the home of the defending champions.
Predicted Score: PSV Eindhoven 3-0 Willem II
Where to watch PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II Live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| USA | ESPN+ |
| UK | TrillerTV |
| Canada | Sportsnet Now Plus |
| Netherlands | ESPN Extra |
FAQs
Q. When is PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II?
The PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II match will be played on 8ᵗʰ February at the Philps Stadion, Eindhoven, Netherlands.
Q. Where to watch PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II live for free?
The PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II match can be watched on ServusTV, RTÉ Player, and Tabii.
Q. What is the predicted score in PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II?
Our predicted score for the upcoming PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II fixture is 3-0 to PSV Eindhoven.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for PSV Eindhoven vs Willem II?
The last five meetings between PSV Eindhoven and Willem II have ended in four victories for the former and one for the latter with an aggregate score of 13-3.