PSV Eindhoven vs Nottingham Forest predictions for this friendly pre-season that will be played on Sunday night at the Philips Stadion. Forest preparation continues in Holland. Read on for all our free betting tips and predictions.
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PSV Eindhoven vs Nottingham Forest Predictions
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An Intense Preseason Showdown at Philips Stadion
Key Stats
– Nottingham Forest’s inconsistency has been their Achilles heel, alternating between wins and losses in their preseason games.
– PSV’s Ricardo Pepi has been a standout performer, scoring against Linz and Eindhoven in the preseason games.
As we approach the new football season, PSV Eindhoven will face off against Nottingham Forest in their last friendly before the competitive season begins. The match will take place at the Philips Stadion, promising an exciting spectacle as both teams flex their preseason strategies.
The Lead-up to the Clash
PSV, under the management of Peter Bosz, has managed to recover from an initial loss to Sint-Truidense, marking a turnaround with successive wins against BW Linz, Augsburg, and Eindhoven. Despite this successful streak, they have yet to register a clean sheet in their four friendly matches, hoping to rectify this against their Premier League opponents. With the subsequent Johan Cruyff Shield clash with league champions Feyenoord looming, maintaining their momentum is essential for PSV.
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On the other side of the pitch, Nottingham Forest, led by Steve Cooper, have had a varied summer. Their performance so far can be described as a pendulum, swinging between wins and losses in their preseason games. Concerns have arisen regarding their lack of goals in their defeats against Valencia and Leeds United. Heading into their fifth preseason game in the Netherlands, Forest need a positive result to boost their confidence ahead of the upcoming 2023-24 league campaign.
Team Insights and Notable Players
USMNT’s Ricardo Pepi has proven to be a formidable force for PSV during the preseason, netting goals against Linz and Eindhoven. Bosz is likely to retain him in the starting lineup. Joel Drommel has been a reliable presence in goal, playing in three consecutive games, and will probably continue to be Bosz’s preferred choice. Olivier Boscagli and Ibrahim Sangare are expected to make a comeback to the lineup.
Forest’s striking force, Taiwo Awoniyi, is yet to score this preseason, but he’s likely to lead the line against PSV. George Shelvey will likely return as Forest’s shot-stopper, with Willy Boly continuing his role in the defence.
Crunching the Numbers
Analysing their last season’s performance, PSV’s attacking prowess is evident. They have registered an average of 2.6 goals per game, with 21 of these goals being left-footed and 46 right-footed. Their average of 18.2 total shots per game illustrates a dominant attacking presence. However, they have conceded an average of 1.2 goals per game, which explains their lack of clean sheets in their friendlies.
Nottingham Forest’s performance in the Premier League has been less promising, with only 1 goal per game and a lowly 9.7 total shots per game. The Forest’s ability to defend has also been a concern, conceding an average of 1.8 goals per game.
Predictions
Looking at the stats and considering the current form of both teams, it seems likely that both teams will score in this match. While PSV have been consistent in scoring, they’ve also conceded in each friendly. On the other hand, Forest’s inconsistent performance makes them unpredictable, potentially finding the net against PSV.
A potential correct score prediction would be a 3-1 victory for PSV. PSV’s attacking strength, combined with Forest’s shaky defence, provides a strong case for this outcome. However, Forest’s sporadic scoring capability could see them finding a consolation goal.
Finally, in terms of a goalscorer prediction, PSV’s Ricardo Pepi is a solid choice. Pepi’s form in the preseason makes him a likely candidate to find the back of the net at least once in the upcoming game.
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