The Johan Cruyff Shield will be at stake when PSV Eindhoven and Go Ahead Eagles draw swords at Philips Stadion on Sunday, 3 August 2025.
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PSV vs Go Ahead Eagles predictions: A high-scoring affair
Key stats
- At least four goals were scored in nine of PSV’s last 11 matches across all competitions.
- PSV are currently on an 11-game winning streak.
- Five of Go Ahead Eagles’ last wins matches featured goals at both ends.
Correct score prediction: PSV 4-1 Go Ahead Eagles
Although Go Ahead Eagles came out on top the last two times these teams clashed, it is important to note that they have lost 17 of their last 19 encounters with PSV.
Moreover, PSV have won 11 games in a row, while GA Eagles have no wins in their last six away matches.
Keeping in mind that PSV have been the most successful team in the history of this competition, anything other than a comfortable victory for the Eredivisie champions would be a surprise.
Pre-game odds and win probability: PSV are odds-on favourites
- HOME: 2/9 (1.22) – 81.8%
- DRAW: 19/4 (5.75) – 17.4%
- AWAY: 7/1 (8.00) – 12.5%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
While PSV Eindhoven secured a place in the Johan Cruyff Shield by winning the Eredivisie last season, Go Ahead Eagles qualified by winning the KNVB beker.
Ahead of this clash, PSV are the expected winners at 2/9 (1.22). Teams with these odds generally have an 81.8% probability of winning.
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We have pointed out that nine of PSV’s last 11 games went above the 3.5-goal line. On that note, over 3.5 total goals has an appealing look at 3/4 (1.75). That one has a 57.1% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Can PSV reinstate their dominance?
Between December 1995 and September 2024, Go Ahead Eagles had lost 17 consecutive meetings with PSV across all competitions. However, they ended that streak earlier this year, defeating PSV twice in just four days.
Netherlands Eredivisie 01/03/25
Go Ahead Eagles
PSV
Netherlands Cup 26/02/25
PSV
Go Ahead Eagles
Netherlands Eredivisie 01/09/24
PSV
Go Ahead Eagles
Netherlands Eredivisie 08/03/24
Go Ahead Eagles
PSV
Netherlands Eredivisie 27/09/23
PSV
Go Ahead Eagles
PSV preview: Vengeance on the cards?
As record winners of the Johan Cruijff Schaal (14 times), PSV will look to pick up the first trophy on offer this season in a battle against a side that has beaten them in back-to-back meetings, including the semifinals of the KNVB beker last campaign.
While some key members of last season's Eredivisie-winning squad have departed the Philips Stadion this summer transfer window, PSV have strengthened their ranks, acquiring Nick Olij, Yarek Gasiorowski, Ruben van Bommel, Matej Kovar (on loan), Kiliann Sildillia and Alassane Plea, as they aim to win it all this term.
We expect some of the new arrivals to make their competitive debut in this clash, but van Bommel remains questionable after picking up an injury in the friendly win over Athletic Club.
Predicted lineup: Kovar (GK), Dest, Nagalo, Obispo, Fernandez, Schouten, Til, Veerman, Perisic, Pepi & Saibari.
Netherlands Eredivisie 11/05/25
W
Feyenoord
2
PSV
3
Netherlands Eredivisie 03/05/25
W
Fortuna Sittard
1
PSV
4
Netherlands Eredivisie 24/04/25
W
FC Twente
1
PSV
3
Netherlands Eredivisie 12/04/25
W
Almere City FC
0
PSV
5
Netherlands Eredivisie 05/04/25
W
FC Groningen
1
PSV
3
Go Ahead Eagles preview: Eyeing their first title
Through the guidance of coach Paul Simonis, Go Ahead Eagles won the KNVB beker last season, which marked their first major trophy in 92 years. This time, the club will have the opportunity to claim the Johan Cruijff Shield for the first time in their history as well.
Now managed by Melvin Boel, GA Eagles will aim to write another page in the record books. Being the underdogs, there is no better way to do it than against the most successful team in the history of this competition.
Go Ahead Eagles did some business this summer, strengthening their attack with the signings of Ofosu Boakye and Richonell Margaret. Both players should be in contention for a debut in this game.
Predicted lineup: Busser (GK), Deijl, Nauber, Kramer, Adelgaard, Linthorst, Suray, Margaret, Breum, Antman & Edvardsen.
Netherlands Eredivisie 11/05/25
D
PEC Zwolle
1
Go Ahead Eagles
1
Netherlands Eredivisie 04/05/25
L
AZ
3
Go Ahead Eagles
0
Netherlands Eredivisie 27/04/25
D
Almere City FC
0
Go Ahead Eagles
0
Netherlands Cup 21/04/25
W
AZ
1 (2)
Go Ahead Eagles
1 (4)
Netherlands Eredivisie 12/04/25
D
NAC
1
Go Ahead Eagles
1
Player to watch: Ricardo Pepi
After being sidelined with an injury for six months, Ricardo Pepi picked up where he left off, scoring a brace in PSV's 3-2 victory over Eindhoven FC earlier this week. The former Augsburg forward has scored in his last three appearances and will look to extend that streak this weekend.