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PSV Eindhoven return to Eredivisie action after their Champions League opener as they welcome Sparta Rotterdam to the Philips Stadion on Sunday.
The hosts are aiming for a fifth consecutive league victory, while Sparta Rotterdam arrive with just one win to their name so far this season.
In addition to our PSV Eindhoven vs Sparta Rotterdam prediction below, check out the rest of today's betting tips for more of our expert predictions.
PSV Eindhoven vs. Sparta Rotterdam key stats
- PSV Eindhoven have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last seven matches.
- Both teams have scored in each of the reigning champions' last six games.
- Sparta Rotterdam are winless in their last three matches heading into this weekend.
- They have also conceded the opening goal in four of their last five affairs.
PSV Eindhoven vs. Sparta Rotterdam preview: More misery for Sparta in Eindhoven
PSV Eindhoven vs Sparta Rotterdam — Tale of the Tape
| PSV Eindhoven | vs | Sparta Rotterdam |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd | Position | 11th |
| 13 | Points | 5 |
| 18 | Goals For | 9 |
| 6 | Goals Against | 9 |
| 0 | Clean Sheets | 0 |
| 4th | Home / Away Rank | 10th |
PSV Eindhoven rose to the occasion in their biggest test of the season so far, securing a resounding 3-1 victory in Saturday’s De Topper at the Johan Cruyff Arena, building on their 6-1 demolition of FC Utrecht six days earlier.
Peter Bosz’s side, however, were unable to replicate their domestic heroics in Europe, being held to a 1-1 draw by Shakhtar Donetsk in Thursday’s Champions League opener.
Nevertheless, De Rood-Witten have responded well since their 4-0 defeat to AZ Alkmaar in early August, going unbeaten in seven matches across all competitions (W5, D2).
However, PSV currently trail AZ Alkmaar by two points in the title race, a gap that could increase to five by the time Sunday’s clash with Sparta Rotterdam kicks off.
Having won each of the last eight meetings between the sides, PSV have dominated this fixture, and will expect nothing less than another victory. Sunday's hosts have scored a league-high four goals in the opening 15 minutes of matches this season, and another quick start this weekend could set them on course for victory.
Games involving Sparta have produced plenty of late drama this season, most recently in their 2-2 draw with PEC Zwolle, where Koen Kostons struck 10 minutes from time to deny the Rotterdam-based giants all three points.
Rogier Meijer’s side finished just five points off European qualification last season, but a slow start to the current campaign has dampened hopes of another continental push, though there is still plenty of time to turn things around.
A victory against PSV would provide the perfect catalyst for a turnaround, but De Kasteelheren will need to tighten up defensively, having conceded at least two goals in each of their last three games, as they prepare to face the league’s most potent attack.
Milan Zonneveld, with four direct goal contributions already this season, will need to be at his best if Sparta are to have any chance of upsetting PSV and ending their 17-game winless run in this fixture dating back to 2016.
PSV Eindhoven vs. Sparta Rotterdam form guide & betting tips
| PSV Eindhoven | vs | Sparta Rotterdam |
|---|---|---|
DWWWW |
Form | LWDLD |
| 13 | Points | 5 |
| 2nd | Form Table | 11th |
| 18 | Goals For | 9 |
| 6 | Goals Against | 9 |
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Form (All Comps) | LWDLD |
Whispers predicts: PSV Eindhoven 3-1 Sparta Rotterdam
PSV Eindhoven have averaged over four goals per game in their last five home league matches, and that attacking firepower makes them strong favourites to take all three points at 9/50 (1.18).
Sergino Dest has been a potent attacking threat, registering five direct goal contributions in his last five outings. The Dutchman is 9/10 (1.90) to score or assist here.
Both sides have averaged 14.6 corners per game between them so far, so over 11.5 corners at 9/10 (1.90) is an appealing option.
> PSV Eindhoven to win at 9/50 (1.18) | Likelihood: Probable
> Over 11.5 corners at 9/10 (1.90) | Likelihood: Probable
> Sergino Dest to score or assist at 9/10 (1.90) | Likelihood: Probable