PSV Eindhoven vs Vitesse Prediction & Betting Tips - Eredivisie

Prediction published on 18/01/2023, 18:00  by Ioannis in Eredivisie Predictions

PSV take on Vitesse at the Phillips Stadion, with both teams coming into the match in somewhat contrasting form. PSV currently sit in fourth place, just five points off the top spot, however, they have not started the league well after their Qatar excursion. Van Nistelrooy's team have been inefficient, sloppy at the back, and winless in the first two league games of 2023. This highlights the pivotal role that Cody Gakpo played for the team. In their last match, they drew 2-2 against Fortuna Sittard, with a poor first half but a comeback in the second. However, a momentary lapse of concentration cost them at the death. Despite this, they have only suffered one defeat in their last eight competitive games and have nine wins in their last twelve home games, as well as eight wins in their last nine home meetings with Vitesse. PSV will be determined to put this behind them and get back to winning ways in the league and will look to put this game to bed early on. 

Vitesse find themselves in 14th place, just three points clear of the relegation spots. They have also struggled recently, with their second draw in succession in their last match, a 0-0 against Nijmegen who played with a player less for more than 2/3 of the game. This highlights Vitesse's profligacy in front of goal and their recent struggles, with just one goal in their last three games and now winless across four competitive matches. While they concede an average of almost 2 goals per game in the Eredivisie, attempts have been made to shore up their defence, with just two goals conceded in their last three encounters. On the road, Vitesse have just one win in their last eight, conceding at least two goals in five of those matches. They also have a poor record at the Phillips Stadion, with their last win there in 2013, and are expected to struggle in this match.