PSV vs Twente prediction and betting tips on January 17, 2024
On January 17st, in the Round of 16 of the Dutch Cup, PSV will host Twente, and our forecast for the match between these opponents can be found on the pages of our resource.
PSV
The current season for PSV is shaping up phenomenally well. In the league, the team has won all 16 games, leading with a comfortable 10-point margin. In the last round, the team convincingly defeated AZ Alkmaar away, not a weak opponent, with a score of 4-0. Everything is going smoothly in European competitions as well. The club managed to advance from the Champions League group stage in second place. Now, in the Round of 16, they will face the formidable Borussia Dortmund, who is far from flawless. Given their current form, PSV will undoubtedly strive to achieve a "golden double" on their home turf.
Twente
Twente is having a decent season, currently sitting in third place in Eredivisie. Maintaining this level would be satisfactory for the team. In their last match, the team played ambiguously, drawing 2-2 with Sparta Rotterdam away, equalizing the score only in extra time. The main disappointment was that the opponent played with a numerical disadvantage for the entire second half, which they couldn't capitalize on. The league remains a priority, and an exit from the cup should not be a catastrophe.
Interesting Match Facts and Head-to-Head History
- In the last six head-to-head meetings, the total has consistently exceeded 2.5 goals.
- The teams played approximately a month ago in the league, with PSV winning away with a score of 3-0. Twente played with a numerical disadvantage for one and a half halves.
Prediction
On paper, the hosts are unquestionable favorites, and there's nothing surprising about it. PSV is in excellent form and playing at home. Twente is a strong team that can create problems for the Dutch giant, but advancing further will be challenging. We expect a challenging match in which both teams are capable of creating numerous opportunities. Therefore, we bet on a total of over 3 goals.
