Dutch classic promises plenty of goals: Ajax vs PSV prediction
The fifth-round Eredivisie match between Ajax and PSV will take place on 5 September at the Johan Cruyff Arena. Both teams remain unbeaten in the Eredivisie, and their impressive scoring form makes the first De Topper of the season especially intriguing.
Ajax: attacking football is paying off
The Amsterdam side head into the match on a 13-game unbeaten run in all competitions. In the previous round, Ajax thrashed Telstar 4-0, keeping a clean sheet for the first time in five matches.
The team are also unbeaten in their last five meetings with PSV, winning two of them. Tolu Arokodare has become the main focal point of the attack and will be looking to score for a fourth consecutive match.
PSV: the champions are finding their rhythm again
After a heavy 4-0 defeat to AZ in the Super Cup and a 2-2 draw with Fortuna, the reigning champions have stepped up considerably. PSV then beat Excelsior 2-1, Groningen 5-1 and Utrecht 6-1.
Peter Bosz's side are currently the highest-scoring team in the Eredivisie, with goals spread across several players. However, PSV have not beaten Ajax in Amsterdam since November 2022.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Ajax are unbeaten in 13 consecutive matches in all competitions.
- The Amsterdam side are unbeaten in their last five meetings with PSV.
- PSV have scored 11 goals in their last two Eredivisie matches.
The defences may struggle to cope with the tempo: Ajax vs PSV prediction
Both teams place a strong emphasis on attack and regularly create plenty of chances, so a cagey contest looks unlikely. Ajax are strong at home and have enjoyed good results against PSV in recent years, but the visitors arrive after two emphatic victories.
With both sides playing in such an attacking style, any advantage could quickly disappear after another high-scoring spell. An open game with plenty of goals and a level outcome looks the most likely scenario.
