As PSV Eindhoven prepares to take on RKC Waalwijk today, fans can look forward to an exciting match. Let's take a closer look at the head-to-head statistics and the recent performances of both teams to understand what might unfold in this game.
Head-to-Head Overview
In their 16 previous encounters, PSV Eindhoven has established itself as the stronger team, winning 12 times, while RKC Waalwijk has claimed victory on 4 occasions. Notably, there have been no draws in these matchups, indicating a clear trend towards decisive results.
When it comes to scoring, PSV has been impressive, racking up a total of 34 goals compared to RKC Waalwijk's 15. This trend is further highlighted by the fact that in 13 out of the 16 matches, more than 1.5 goals were scored.
Defensive Records
On the defensive side, PSV has kept a clean sheet in only 6% of their matches against RKC Waalwijk, suggesting that while they excel offensively, they have struggled to consistently shut down their opponents. In contrast, RKC Waalwijk has achieved a more commendable clean sheet rate of 44% in these encounters.
The last meeting between these teams occurred on May 19, 2024, where PSV extended their winning streak with a 3-1 victory over RKC Waalwijk.
Current Season Insights
In the current season, PSV Eindhoven has averaged 1.71 goals per match. Impressively, in all 7 of their home games this season, the total goals scored (by both teams) have surpassed 1.5. Furthermore, 57.14% of these home matches have seen more than 2.5 goals.
On the other hand, RKC Waalwijk has averaged 1.50 goals per match in the 2024 season. When playing away, they have recorded over 1.5 goals in 50% of their matches, and similarly, 50% of their away games have featured over 2.5 goals.
Match Prediction
Considering PSV Eindhoven's strong historical performance and recent form, it seems likely that they will continue their success against RKC Waalwijk.