PSV Eindhoven head into the classic against Ajax with confidence, having thrashed FC Utrecht 6-1 last weekend. Peter Bosz's side top the Eredivisie table after five matches, with thirteen points from four wins and a draw.
How can you watch the match against Ajax live?
According to a guide from Goal.com, the match between Ajax and PSV kicks off at 2:00 PM on Sunday at the Johan Cruijff ArenA. For viewers in the United States, the top-of-the-table clash is live on ESPN+ and ESPN Select. The fixture carries extra weight as both clubs substantially reshaped their squads over the summer.
PSV travel to Amsterdam as the form team in the division. Bosz's men have won three of their four Eredivisie matches this season. The latest result, the 6-1 demolition of Utrecht, highlights their attacking prowess. PSV's squad was actively strengthened with international talent this summer, further boosting confidence for the trip to the capital.
How did the victory over FC Utrecht unfold?
ESPN reported the stats from the 6-1 win over FC Utrecht on August 30. PSV took early control with goals from Artem Stepanov and Ruben van Bommel inside the first quarter of an hour. Guus Til scored twice, including a late strike, while Mauro Júnior and Sergiño Dest also got on the scoresheet.
The numbers show a dominant PSV performance. The team has scored eighteen league goals so far, conceding six. That gives them a goal difference of plus twelve. The victory helped PSV maintain their lead at the top, sitting one point clear of AZ Alkmaar. The full table can be followed on our standings page.
Which players are missing for PSV's upcoming matches?
PSV will be without two key players in the near future. Both Mauro Júnior and Jerdy Schouten are currently sidelined due to injury. Their absence presents a challenge for coach Bosz when selecting his lineup.
The injuries come as PSV face a busy schedule. After the Ajax match, a home game against Sparta Rotterdam, currently 12th in the table, awaits on September 13. The full schedule is available in our fixtures. Despite the absences, confidence remains high, bolstered by the strong start to the season and the squad depth, which you can view in the squad overview.
What is PSV's current form?
PSV's recent results are excellent. The team is unbeaten in the Eredivisie and their recent run consists of wins and one draw (WWWWD). The only defeat this season was the 4-0 loss to AZ Alkmaar in the Johan Cruijff Shield at the start of August.
The attacking line is functioning superbly, evidenced by fourteen goals in the last three league matches. The defense stands firm, having conceded only six goals in five games. This balance between attack and defense is the foundation for the top spot. The next test is the away match at Ajax, after which PSV host Sparta Rotterdam.
