Excelsior — PSV Eindhoven : Match Preview and Prediction for September 27,2025

Excelsior’s Return to and Current Form

Excelsior made their return to the this season after spending just one season in the Eerste Divisie. After a challenging start with three consecutive losses in the new campaign, Ruben den Uil’s team has gradually found their rhythm, securing two victories in their last three matches following the international break.

Momentum and Team Confidence for Excelsior

Last weekend, the Rotterdam-based side delivered a morale-boosting 2-1 away win against Volendam, with Schouten scoring the decisive goal in the 94th minute. This recent success is undoubtedly a significant confidence booster for the red-and-blacks as they prepare to face the reigning champions, a team known for playing an open style of football that also allows opponents opportunities. Excelsior will only be without Hartjes for this upcoming match against the Eindhoven giants.

PSV Eindhoven’s Defensive Vulnerabilities

The Dutch champions have been remarkably lax in defense, a weakness that has become acutely apparent, particularly after the international breaks. Peter Bosz’s squad suffered a disastrous start in the Champions League, justifiably losing 3-1 at home at the Philips Stadion to Union Saint-Gilloise from Brussels.

Recent Performance and Injury Updates for PSV

Following this, in the Dutch Clasico, the red-and-whites squandered a victory against Ajax in the 88th minute (2-2), consequently ceding the league leadership to Feyenoord. Prior to that, PSV had unexpectedly fallen 0-2 at home to newly promoted Telstar. These results highlight a complete defensive disarray for the visitors – they have conceded at least two goals per game in their last five matches across various competitions, which is entirely unacceptable for a top Dutch club. Against Excelsior, PSV will be without Boadu, Koen, Alassane Pléa, Sildillia, and potentially Van Bommel.