Groningen – PSV Eindhoven

Groningen host league leaders PSV Eindhoven in what promises to be a stark contrast in form, with the home side sitting ninth on 8 points after two wins, two draws and two defeats, and a modest 12‑13 goal difference. PSV sit atop the table on 16 points, unbeaten in six games, having racked up five victories and a single draw while boasting a dominant 22‑7 margin. The head‑to‑head record this season already favors the Dutch giants, and Groningen will need to tighten up defensively to keep the match within reach. A win for the visitors could cement their lead, whereas a surprise result would see Groningen claw back into the mid‑table scramble.