FC Utrecht vs PSV Eindhoven Prediction: The Lightbulbs Are A Light Year From Experiencing A Short Circuit!

FC Utrecht will welcome league leaders to the Stadion Galgenwaard in the 18th round of the Eredivisie.

PSV Eindhoven have won six of their last ten away matches against FC Utrecht and will be confident in securing another comfortable win in this fixture as they strive to strengthen their position at the pinnacle of the Eredivisie.

Let's have a look at the latest Netherlands Eredivisie predictions between FC Utrecht vs. PSV Eindhoven, probable lineups, match facts and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

FC Utrecht

Form: DDWDW

Utrecht is gradually rising from the ashes, shaking off a dismal commencement to the season that once found them lingering in relegation territory. They have maintained a six-point advantage over the relegation zone.

In their latest league match against relegation-threatening Vitesse on the road, they managed to salvage a point in a scoreless draw, marking their second consecutive stalemate. Utreg are currently unbeaten in eight league matches, although it has only been a swamp of six draws and three victories. Having held league leaders to a thrilling 2-2 draw at home in the previous season, they'll be hoping to duplicate the same outcome in this impending encounter.

With 18 points accumulated from 17 matches, FC Utrecht occupy the 13th spot in the Eredivisie standings, level on points with 14th-placed Heracles and three points adrift of a ninth-place finish.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-5-1

Barkas; Ter Avest, Flamingo, Viergever, Elkarouani; Bozdogan, Fraulo, Boussaid, Jensen, Ramselaar; Lammers

PSV Eindhoven

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PSV Eindhoven has been truly spectacular this season, with Peter Bzosch sculpting a dominant force driven by an insatiable hunger for success. Last seen clinching the league title in 2018, it seems that the twists of destiny have aligned with their fate as they are inching closer to the silverware.

In their latest match against FC Twente in the second round of the KNVB Beker, they comfortably recorded a 3-1 victory at home to progress to the next round. This comes after seeing off the threat of Excelsior at home in the league, securing a 3-1 triumph to bring their winning streak to a whopping 17 matches. Away from home, they are currently on an eight-match winning streak, and their solid defense has played a big part in their success this season as they have kept six clean sheets during that run.

With 51 points accumulated from 17 matches, PSV Eindhoven sit atop the Eredivisie standings, are twelve points ahead of second-placed Feyenoord, and will seek to extend that point gap by a further three points by claiming a comfortable win in this one.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

Benitez; Teze, Silva, Boscagli, Dest; Til, Veerman, Schouten; Bakayoko, Tillman, De Jong

Match Facts

• FC Utrecht have won one of their last ten home matches in this fixture.
• PSV Eindhoven have kept eleven clean sheets in their last seventeen league matches.
• FC Utrecht averages 1.25 goals per game when playing at home, and PSV Eindhoven averages 3.75 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the most recent 64 encounters, FC Utrecht emerged victorious five times, shared 11 draws, and PSV Eindhoven secured a win on 48 occasions. The goal difference favors PSV Eindhoven at 162–52.

Expert Betting Tips

PSV Eindhoven has showcased exceptional prowess this season, and their triumph extends to their robust defensive performance, making them the most resilient team in the league. Having conceded only seven goals in seventeen matches and going up against a side they've maintained overt superiority over should witness them claim a comfortable win on the road.

Considering that the away side has won five of their last seven matches in this fixture, we expect another convincing win from them by picking them up in the Asian handicap of -1.5, as this has been the case in seven of their eight away matches in the league.

• Asian Handicap - PSV Eindhoven -1.5 for 1.99
• Half-time/Full-time - PSV Eindhoven for 1.87
• Total - Over 3 for 1.61