- Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025
- Time: 20:00 UK time
- Venue: Philips Stadion, Eindhoven
*Match preview and betting tips provided by SVB Tips
PSV have been one of the surprise packages of the competition, and after solid performances in the group stage, the Dutch champions managed to eliminate Juventus in the playoffs after extra time. Now, Peter Bosz's side faces an even more challenging task against English runners-up, whose top-eight finish in the group stage granted them a bye to this stage.
Head-to-Head Record:
- Out of the last five meetings between PSV and Arsenal, the Gunners have won two, with three matches ending in a draw.
- PSV have yet to secure a win against Arsenal in European competitions or friendlies.
- In four of the last five encounters, a minimum of two goals were scored.
Team Analysis:
PSV Eindhoven:
PSV faced Juventus in the playoffs, where the first leg in Turin ended with a 2-1 win for the Italians, and the second leg in Eindhoven was just as intense. PSV secured a 2-1 win in regular time with goals from Perisic and Saibari. The tie was decided in extra time, with PSV progressing after an additional goal from defender Flamingo.
Despite that valiant effort, PSV now face a much tougher challenge in Arsenal, a team of much higher calibre. However, the Dutch champions will be aiming to give their all, especially in the first leg at home.
Arsenal:
Arsenal, among the favourites to win the Champions League this season, produced solid performances in the group stage, rounded off with a 3-0 home victory over Dinamo Zagreb to help them clinch third place
The Gunners will be missing key attacking players like Saka and Havertz, which could impact their chances, although Arsenal do have the advantage of playing the second leg at the Emirates.
If Arsenal makes it through to the quarterfinals, they would face the winner of the Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid tie.
Recent Head-to-Head:
The most recent meetings between PSV and Arsenal were in the 2023 group stage of the UEFA Champions League. The Gunners won 4-0 at home and drew 1-1 in Eindhoven.
Betting Suggestions:
- Arsenal to Win: Given their stronger squad and recent form, Arsenal is the favourite for this match. The odds of Arsenal winning are likely to be low, but remais the most probable outcome in this tie.
- Over 2.5 Goals: Both teams have strong attacking potential, along with their tendency for their previous encounters to produce multiple goals.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): PSV is likely to score at home, as shown in their recent form, and Arsenal's attacking prowess should also see them on the scoresheet.
- Arsenal to Win Both Legs: With the advantage of the second leg at home, Arsenal are likely to progress, and they could well take control of the tie with an away win in the first leg.
- First Goal Scorer - Arsenal: Given the injury concerns in the Arsenal squad, a decent value bet could be Martin Ødegaard or Gabriel Martinelli (if fit) to score first.