PSV Eindhoven vs Juventus Prediction 19.02.2025 | Champions League

• Competition: UEFA Champions League
• Date: Wednesday, 19th, February 2025
• Kickoff: 20:00 UK / 21.00 CET
• Venue: Philips Stadion (Eindhoven)

With a narrow lead to protect, Juventus travels to the Philips Stadion this Wednesday to face PSV Eindhoven in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League playoff round.

The Eindhoven giants have completely surrendered their grip on the Eredivisie summit to fierce rivals Ajax, as their latest stumble saw them barely salvage a point against third-placed Utrecht, scraping a dramatic 2-2 draw deep into stoppage time. PSV made it past the group stage in the previous campaign, only to be halted in the first knockout round by eventual finalists Borussia Dortmund, but with ambitions set higher this season, but this time they will aim for a deeper run, though their immediate focus must be on clearing the playoff round first.

From late December through the final days of January, Juventus found themselves stuck in a rut, managing just one win from eight tests during that dry spell, but the beginning of February saw clear signs of recovery, as the Turin side returned to their familiar rhythm. A clear sign that Juventus has fully revived came this past weekend when Francisco Conceicao’s strike brought down title holders Inter Milan, allowing them to reclaim their spot among the top four in Serie A, now level on points with fifth-placed Lazio.

PSV Eindhoven vs Juventus Betting Tips : BTTS

Juventus arrives for the return fixture in the Netherlands holding onto a slim 2-1 lead they fought hard to earn on their own ground, as impact player Mbangula made the difference with an 82nd-minute finish that propelled his team to the front. As the decisive leg approaches with all possibilities still on the table, we look forward to another electrifying encounter filled with attacking intensity, expecting both sides to make their mark on the scoresheet. PSV's attacking firepower remains undeniable, especially when playing on home turf, but their backline is not functioning well as the weekend's 22 draw with Utrecht marked their ninth match in their last 11 in which they have shipped two or more goals.

It's also worth noting that Juventus' defense is no longer the trademark it once was, as their slender 1-0 win over Inter Milan on Sunday marked just the fourth time in their last 15 matches across all tournaments that they managed to keep their own net untouched. Given the lack of defensive solidity in both camps, as well as the desire of both to win, we reckon the crowd at Phillips Stadium will be treated to a goal fest where both goalkeepers should take the ball out of their own nets.