The story of the first half? PSV has the most possession and creates the most chances, but Go Ahead is efficient in the counter-attack.
45′ And there is the half-time signal from Joey Kooij. There is no extra time.
35′ GOAL Go Ahead Eagles! 0-1
Mathis Suray works the ball in after a measured cross from the left flank by Dean James. The ball goes into the goal via the inside of the post. A beautiful attack.
32′ And there is almost the lead for Go Ahead! Mathis Suray shoots, but his shot goes over via the crossbar. That would have been quite against the odds.
25′ Couhaib Driouech shoots from about ten meters after a good attack from the right flank. However, the ball is not well placed and straight through the middle, so Jari De Busser can save.
18′ Newcomer Alassane Pléa shoots with his left. His effort goes just wide. The opening phase is exciting.
7′ There is PSV again! Mauro Júnior sees his shot with his left saved by keeper Jari De Busser.
6′ PSV also makes itself heard for the first time. Ivan Perisic also shoots with his left, but his shot goes a lot further wide.
4′ The first chance is for Go Ahead. Dean James shoots with his left and his shot goes just wide.
1’ Kick-off! Go Ahead has brought the ball into play. The 2025/2026 season has begun!
There is first a minute of silence in Eindhoven for the recently deceased former international Dick Schneider.