PEC Zwolle vs PSV Eindhoven Prediction: De Jong Has Been A Luuk-y Charm For The Lightbulbs This Season

PEC Zwolle will welcome PSV Eindhoven to the MAC³PARK Stadion in the 23rd round of the Eredivisie. 

In the reverse fixture, PSV Eindhoven clinched a commanding 4-0 victory at home, and they will be seeking a similar outcome as they aim for maximum points to solidify their position at the top of the Eredivisie standings. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

PEC Zwolle

Form: LDWWD

Johnny Jansen's ambitions weren't set high this season, especially considering their recent promotion to the top flight. His concern was evading the relegation zone, and after 22 games played, he can be satisfied with his team's performance as they have maintained a nine-point cushion over the relegation play-offs.

In their most recent round, they couldn't capitalize on their home advantage to pick up a favorable outcome against Almere City, as a Thomas Robinet strike in the 69th minute condemned them to a 1-0 defeat, shattering all hopes they had of salvaging a positive result. This defeat further extended their winless run in the league to two matches (L1 D1) after enjoying a two-match winning streak. Their last win against PSV Eindhoven dates back to 2014, which means they are undeniably in for an uphill battle in their bid to get back on track.

Having accumulated 27 points in 22 matches played, PEC Zwolle sits in tenth place in the Eredivisie standings on points, with eleventh-placed Almere City and three points adrift of seventh-placed NEC Nijmegen.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-3

Schendelaar; Van Polen, Kersten, Lam, Macnulty; Namli, El Azzouzi, Van Den Berg, Reijnders; Thy, Vellios

PSV Eindhoven

Form: WWDWD

PSV Eindhoven fought desperately to salvage a 1-1 draw at home against Germany's Dortmund in the round of 16 first leg tie in the Champions League. Despite trailing behind by a goal in the 24th minute, courtesy of their former star Donny Malen, they were able to restore parity through talisman Luuk de Jong in the 56th minute. As a result of this outcome, they've extended their unbeaten streak at home across all competitions to 31 matches.

In their latest league fixture, they clinched a 2-0 victory against ten-man Heracles Almelo at home, although it has to be said their performance in that match was disappointing considering their dominance in every aspect of the game. However, that shouldn't pose any challenges going forward as they continue to uphold an impressive run of going unbeaten in 22 matches. Their attacking prowess, which has seen them score a whopping 70 goals, coupled with their rock-solid defense conceding a mere ten goals, has been key to their success this season. 

Having accumulated 62 points in 22 matches played, PSV Eindhoven are firmly entrenched at the top of the Eredivisie standings and have maintained a ten-point cushion over second-placed Feyenoord.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Benitez; Teze, Ramalho, Boscagli, Dest; Schouten, Veerman; Pepi, Lozano, Tillman; De Jong

Match Facts

• PEC Zwolle have lost seven consecutive home games when playing against PSV Eindhoven.
• PSV Eindhoven have won two of their last five away matches across all competitions.
• PEC Zwolle averages 0.91 goals per game when playing at home, and PSV Eindhoven averages 3.36 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 26 meetings, PEC Zwolle have won 2 times, PSV Eindhoven have won 23 times, and there has been 1 draw, with the goal difference being 80-22 in favor of PSV Eindhoven. 

Expert Betting Tips

PSV Eindhoven has undoubtedly been the standout team this season, as they have maintained a 22-match unbeaten run in the league leading up to this match. Expecting them to come short in this impending encounter against a side they've dominated over past meetings is nothing more than wishful thinking.

Given the unappealing odds the visitors have when it comes to picking them up in the full-time market, we suggest backing them up to score an individual total of over 2.5 goals, considering this has been the case in eight of their last eleven away matches in the league.

• Total 2 - Over 2.5 for 1.8
• Anytime Goalscorer - Luuk de Jong for 1.72
• Goals - Over 3.5 for 1.91