PSV Eindhoven vs Groningen

EredivisieMatchweek 3

PSV Eindhoven

Full Time
5–1
HT: 3–1

Groningen

Ref: Allard Lindhout, NetherlandsPhilips Stadion, Eindhoven · 36,500 cap
Fipster Pick
Away WinmediumMiss
Full-time storyUpset

PSV Eindhoven storms back to thrash Groningen

After conceding early, PSV turned the game on its head with a flurry of goals.

Groningen shocked the home crowd with an early strike from B. Willumsson, but PSV Eindhoven responded emphatically. I. Perišić's brace, combined with a penalty from R. Pepi and a goal from S. Dest, secured a dominant 5-1 victory. The result was a clear upset against Fipster's medium-confidence prediction favouring Groningen to edge it away.

FıpsterSelf-Score Card
Appropriate✗ Miss
Fipster's Pick✗
1–2
HT 0–1
Final Result
5–1
HT 3–1
36%Poor
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✗Outcome✗Exact score✓Both scored✓Goals✗Halftime
Fipster's self review23 Aug 2026

Outcome probability

PSV Eindhoven 19%Draw 19%Groningen 62%

The new Eredivisie season kicks off with PSV Eindhoven facing Groningen in what promises to be an intriguing encounter. Both teams have reshaped their squads over the summer, setting the stage for a competitive opener.

Key facts

  1. 1.PSV Eindhoven finished last season ranked 1st in the league with 84 points from 34 games.
  2. 2.Groningen ended last season 9th with 48 points from 34 games.
  3. 3.PSV have a significantly better goal difference (+52) than Groningen.
  4. 4.PSV's points-per-game last season was 2.47 compared to Groningen's 1.41.
  5. 5.PSV signed S. Mijnans over the summer and lost I. Saibari.
  6. 6.Groningen added P. Clement on a free transfer.
  7. 7.Predicted halftime score is 0-1 in favour of Groningen.
  8. 8.Total cards expected in the match are around four.

The context

PSV Eindhoven enter the season bolstered by the arrival of S. Mijnans, while parting ways with I. Saibari. Groningen have strengthened their ranks with the free-agent signing of P. Clement. These changes add fresh dynamics as both sides look to make an early statement.

Player Insights

Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists

Home — PSV Eindhoven

Mauro Júnior

Mauro Júnior

Defender

PSV Eindhoven

Total Passes
471
6 played
6 starts
508 mins
~85 mins/game
A. Obispo

A. Obispo

Defender

PSV Eindhoven

Total Passes
420
6 played
6 starts
527 mins
~88 mins/game
R. Flamingo

R. Flamingo

Defender

PSV Eindhoven

Total Passes
337
5 played
4 starts
377 mins
~75 mins/game

Away — Groningen

T. Blokzijl

T. Blokzijl

Defender

Groningen

Total Passes
344
6 played
6 starts
540 mins
~90 mins/game

Analysis

Despite PSV's strong league standing last season and superior goal difference, the prediction leans towards an away win for Groningen. The aggregated probabilities favour Groningen to win 2-1, with a halftime scoreline of 0-1 suggesting they could take an early lead and hold on. PSV's points-per-game advantage is notable, but Groningen's tactical setup and summer additions may well tip the balance in their favour.

Prediction

Expect Groningen to secure a 2-1 victory over PSV Eindhoven. The away side is predicted to start strong, leading at halftime and maintaining their advantage to the final whistle. The match is also expected to be competitive, with around four cards shown.

The verdict

This season opener could see Groningen spring a surprise on PSV Eindhoven, despite the home side's strong credentials. With fresh faces and tactical plans in place, Groningen look set to start their campaign with a valuable away win.

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