Liverpool hosts PSV at a time when they are looking to recover after a tough run in the Premier League. Losses to Nottingham Forest and Manchester Ci...
Liverpool hosts PSV at a time when they are looking to recover after a tough run in the Premier League. Losses to Nottingham Forest and Manchester City highlighted their inconsistencies, but in Europe, the picture is different – here the "Reds" demonstrate a much more stable performance and have already secured victories over Real Madrid, Atletico, and five goals against Eintracht. It is this difference between their domestic and international performances that gives them reason to seek a new impetus at "Anfield".
PSV arrive in excellent spiritsPSV arrive with a serious dose of confidence. Their successes against NAC Breda, Feyenoord, as well as the crushing victory over AZ, highlight their consistent rhythm. The Dutch showed aggressive play in the Champions League as well – draws away, a win against Napoli, and stability in most of their matches. They score regularly and rarely go without a goal, which makes their style suitable for open encounters.
Prediction: Victory for LiverpoolThe home factor in this tournament often has an impact, and Liverpool appear far more confident on the European stage than in the Premier League. Given that PSV almost always scores, and Liverpool is the more quality and structured team in matches of this tournament, I predict a victory for Liverpool. I expect both teams to create chances, but the hosts to show their higher class in key moments.
