PSV dominated large parts of the match, but FC Twente applied pressure by having one of their wingers play on the inside. This led to a free man in the PSV backline, which PSV often found through a midfielder and a triangle formation. Peter Bosz analyzed FC Twente well, allowing PSV to easily find the free man against them.

The tactics of both teams played a significant role in the match, with FC Twente's approach causing problems for PSV's defense. Despite being the dominant team, PSV struggled to capitalize on their opportunities, ultimately falling to a 3-2 defeat.

FC Twente's victory marks a significant upset in the Eredivisie season, and it remains to be seen how PSV will respond to their first loss.