Match Analysis: NAC Breda vs PSV Eindhoven – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-22
- Time: 3:30 PM UTC
- Location: Rat Verlegh Stadion, Breda, Netherlands
Game Overview
NAC Breda hosts PSV Eindhoven in Eredivisie Round 13, featuring a significant mismatch in quality and form. PSV Eindhoven currently sit in second place with 19 points from 8 matches (6 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss), while NAC Breda occupy a mid-table position with 7 points from 8 matches (2 wins, 1 draw, 5 losses). This fixture represents a classic David versus Goliath encounter, with PSV heavily favored as table-toppers competing for the championship.
Key Factors to Consider
- PSV Eindhoven has demonstrated dominant form this season, winning 6 of their 8 matches and maintaining a +14 goal difference. The team features key attacking threat Ivan Perisic (7 matches, 5 assists) and midfielder Jerdy Schouten (8 matches, 2 assists). NAC Breda's inconsistent performanceβwith only 2 wins in 8 matches and recent results including losses to Heracles (1-4) and Volendam (2-1)βsuggests significant defensive vulnerabilities. However, they have shown capability with recent draws against PEC Zwolle (2-2) and SC Heerenveen (3-3), indicating offensive potential.
- PSV Eindhoven dominates the historical matchup, having won 10 of the last 11 encounters against NAC Breda across all competitions. Recent direct meetings show PSV's superiority: PSV defeated NAC Breda 3-2 on January 25, 2025, and 3-0 on November 9, 2024. NAC Breda's only recent competitive win occurred in January 2020 (2-0 in KNVB Beker), and they have not defeated PSV in league play recently. This overwhelming historical advantage strongly favors PSV.
- NAC Breda has reported Leo Greiml as injured with expected absence through late November 2025, potentially weakening their defensive line. This injury is significant given their defensive fragility. PSV's injury status from available data appears limited, suggesting a healthier squad composition.
- The match takes place at Rat Verlegh Stadion in Breda, providing NAC with home-field advantage. However, PSV's superior away record and consistent performance across venues typically mitigates home advantage. The November timing presents no unusual weather or scheduling complications. PSV's consistency in away matches limits the typical home advantage boost.
- PSV is motivated to maintain their title challenge and second-place position, while Feyenoord leads with 22 points. NAC Breda requires points to move away from mid-table obscurity and avoid relegation concerns. While NAC has motivation to upset the favorites, PSV's professional ambitions in the championship race provide stronger incentive. PSV typically maintains focus against lower-ranked opponents in domestic competitions.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | NAC Breda: +650 | PSV Eindhoven: -335 | Draw: +500 | PSV Eindhoven Win | β β β β β 87% |
| Spread | NAC Breda +1.5 (102) | PSV Eindhoven -1.5 (-122) | PSV Eindhoven -1.5 | β β β β β 82% |
| Over/under | Over 3.5 (-112) | Under 3.5 (-108) | Over 3.5 | β β β ββ 64% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | PSV Eindhoven -0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 3.5 10% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 3.5 at 10% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 11% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
PSV Eindhoven is heavily favored to secure a convincing victory. Based on historical dominance (10 wins in last 11 matches), current form superiority, and NAC Breda's defensive limitations, PSV should win by 2+ goals. The absence of Leo Greiml further compromises NAC's defensive structure. PSV's attacking firepower, combined with PSV's professional approach to domestic fixtures, suggests a scoreline favoring PSV by at least two goals.
Predicted Score: NAC Breda 0-3 PSV Eindhoven (most likely) | Alternative scenarios: 0-2, 1-3, 1-2