PSV will welcome Feyenoord to the Philips Stadion in the Johan Cuyff Shield final on Sunday. The two teams are meeting in the competition for the second season in a row and the hosts came out on top last time around.
PSV's Home Advantage
The hosts concluded their pre-season with two wins on the spin and registered a 2-1 triumph over Valencia last week, thanks to Ismael Saibari's first-half brace. Malik Tillman and Luuk de Jong picked up the assists for these goals.
Feyenoord's Recent Struggles
The visitors, meanwhile, suffered defeats in their last two pre-season friendlies. They suffered a 3-1 loss to Monaco earlier this week, with Luka Ivanušec scoring the consolation goal in the first half.
PSV's Recent Form
Boeren suffered a loss in their first friendly of the pre-season but bounced back with two wins in their next three games. They are unbeaten at home in all competitions since November 2022 and are strong favorites. Interestingly, they have just one win in their last seven home meetings in this fixture, with four games ending in draws.
PSV's Injury Concerns
Olivier Boscagli and Mauro Junior were injured last week and are not an option for head coach Peter Bosz. Veteran striker Luuk de Jong is sick and a doubt for this clash.
Feyenoord's Injury Concerns and Captaincy
De club aan de Maas have suffered just three defeats in all competitions since December, with one of them coming against the home team. Interestingly, their last two wins in the Johan Cruyff Sheild have both been recorded on penalties.
They have an almost full-strength squad for this match as Quinten Timber and Calvin Stengs are back from injuries and might start from the bench. Gernot Trauner was the only absentee in group training, so Lutsharel Geertruida will be handed the captain's armband.
Predictions and Betting Tips
Both teams have a good record in competitive games in 2024 thus far and will look to get this season underway with a win. This is expected to be a closely contested match and, considering the hosts' better recent record in this fixture, we back them to eke out a narrow win.
Prediction: PSV 2-1 Feyenoord
Betting Tips
- Result - PSV to win
- Goals - Over/Under 2.5 Goals - Over 2.5 goals
- At least one goal to be scored in the second half - Yes
- Ismael Saibari to score or assist any time - Yes
Key Talking Points
1. PSV's Home Advantage
PSV's home record is impressive, having been unbeaten at home in all competitions since November 2022. Their recent pre-season form, including a 2-1 win over Valencia, further strengthens their claim to be the favorites.
2. Feyenoord's Injury Concerns
Feyenoord's squad is not fully fit, with key players like Gernot Trauner, Quilindschy Hartman, and Julian Carranza out injured. This could significantly impact their performance against a strong PSV team.
3. The Absence of Key Players
The departure of Mats Wieffer to Brighton and the injury concerns surrounding Calvin Stengs and Quinten Timber have left Feyenoord depleted in key areas. This could be a major disadvantage for them in a crucial match like this.
4. The Return of Key Players
The return of Quinten Timber and Calvin Stengs from injury is a positive for Feyenoord, as they add experience and quality to their squad. However, it remains to be seen how quickly they can regain match fitness.
5. The Importance of a Winning Start
Both teams will be looking to start the new season on a winning note. The Dutch Super Cup presents a perfect opportunity to gain early momentum and build confidence ahead of the Eredivisie campaign.
Conclusion: A Tight Match With PSV Holding the Edge
This promises to be a tense and exciting encounter between two of the Netherlands' best teams. While Feyenoord have shown resilience in recent seasons, PSV's home advantage and strong pre-season form give them the edge in this match. Expect a close contest, but PSV are likely to emerge victorious, securing their fourth consecutive Dutch Super Cup title.
