PSV to Face Girona FC in UEFA Champions League Play-Offs
PSV to host Girona FC in first leg at the Philips Stadion
PSV aiming to reach the group stage for the first time since 2018
PSV Eindhoven will face Girona FC in the UEFA Champions League play-off round, with the first leg to be played at the Philips Stadion on August 16.
The Dutch giants are aiming to reach the group stage of the competition for the first time since 2018, while Girona FC is making their debut in the Champions League.
PSV finished second in the Eredivisie last season, while Girona FC finished sixth in La Liga.
PSV vs. Girona FC: What to Watch For
- PSV will be looking to make a strong start at home in the first leg.
- Girona FC will be hoping to cause an upset and take a lead back to Spain for the second leg.
- PSV has a strong record at home in European competition, while Girona FC has never played a competitive match outside of Spain.
PSV vs. Girona FC: Key Players
PSV will be led by captain and midfielder Ibrahim Sangaré, who had 10 goals and assists last season.
Other key players for PSV include winger Cody Gakpo, who has been linked with a move to Manchester United, and striker Luuk de Jong.
Girona FC's key players include midfielder Aleix García, who has been capped by Spain, and striker Cristhian Stuani.
PSV vs. Girona FC: Prediction
PSV will be the favorites to win the tie, but Girona FC is a dangerous team and could cause an upset.
A 2-1 win for PSV in the first leg would give them a good chance of reaching the group stage.
The second leg will be played at the Estadi Municipal de Montilivi on August 23.
PSV vs. Girona FC: Latest News
PSV have confirmed that they will be without midfielder Marco van Ginkel for the first leg due to injury.
Girona FC have no major injury concerns ahead of the match.
The match will be broadcast live on ESPN.
For more information, please visit the PSV Eindhoven website.
