The champions of the Netherlands and Portugal face off in a highly anticipated Champions League clash at the Philips Stadion, as PSV Eindhoven host Sporting Lisbon. Both teams come into this match with perfect domestic records, but their fortunes have differed on the European stage, making this an exciting encounter.
PSV Eindhoven Recent Form
PSV Eindhoven have enjoyed a flawless start to their Eredivisie campaign, winning all seven of their opening matches. They come into this game off the back of a 2-0 victory against Willem II, which extended their 100% domestic record.
However, in Europe, Peter Bosz’s side faltered in their opening match, losing 3-1 to Juventus in Turin.
Injury and Team News
PSV may be without key players, with doubts surrounding the availability of Sergino Dest, Hirving Lozano, and Fredrik Oppegard. Johan Bakayoko and Luuk de Jong were rested in their last domestic match, while new signing Ivan Perisic made his debut after joining on a free transfer.
Last PSV Lineup
Here is how PSV lined up in their previous match:
Sporting Lisbon Recent Form
Sporting Lisbon have been in imperious form, winning all eight of their Primeira Liga matches so far.
They also began their Champions League campaign with a 2-0 victory over Lille. Ruben Amorim’s side have kept clean sheets in their last six matches and have only conceded twice all season, making them one of Europe’s toughest defences to breach.
Injury and Team News
Sporting could be missing some key players for this fixture, with Pedro Goncalves, Marcus Edwards, and Diogo Pinto all doubtful. Jerry St Juste is confirmed to be out with injury, while Viktor Gyokeres, who has been in lethal form with 14 goals in 10 games, is expected to lead the line.
Last Sporting Lineup
Here is how Sporting Lisbon lined up in their previous match:
PSV Player to Watch
Luuk de Jong will be the focal point for PSV’s attack. The Dutch striker has a strong European pedigree and is crucial to PSV’s hopes of securing a positive…
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Publish date : 2024-09-30 13:06:19
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