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Ajax vs PSV match
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The gist
Ajax host PSV Eindhoven in the Eredivisie on Sep 5, 2026, at Johan Cruijff ArenA.
This early-season clash tests both title contenders, with PSV chasing a fourth straight title.
Background
Ajax and PSV are two of the biggest clubs in Dutch football, and their meetings are known as 'De Topper'. This match is the first of the 2026/27 Eredivisie season between them, coming after both teams reshaped their squads over the summer. PSV are the reigning champions, having won three consecutive titles, and currently sit second in the table with 10 points from four games, while Ajax are fourth with seven points from three games.
How it unfolded
- May 2, 2026The most recent meeting between Ajax and PSV ended in a 2-2 draw at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in the Eredivisie.
- Aug 30, 2026PSV beat FC Utrecht 6-1, while Ajax won 4-0 at Telstar in the Eredivisie.
- Sep 5, 2026Ajax host PSV at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in the first De Topper of the season, with kick-off at 20:00 CEST.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Given Ajax's need for a first home win and PSV's strong away record, a draw seems the most prudent prediction, with both teams likely to score.
- Caution
- PSV coach Peter Bosz has a poor record against Ajax, with three draws and two defeats in his last five De Topper encounters.