According to Voetbalzone, Matej Kovár will be the goalkeeper for PSV, with the defense consisting of Sergiño Dest, Ryan Flamingo, Armando Obispo, and Mauro Júnior. This lineup marks the return of Dest and Veerman from suspension, who will join forces with Paul Wanner and Guus Til in midfield. Ruben van Bommel will provide the left-wing threat, while Ivan Perisic will play on the right flank and Ricardo Pepi will lead the attack.
Veerman's return to the starting lineup comes at the expense of Noah Fernández and Sven Mijnans, who were not included in the lineup. The match against Excelsior will take place at 20:00 and will be broadcast live on ESPN 2. Excelsior, who won 0-4 against SC Cambuur, will be looking to cause an upset against PSV.
The starting lineup for Excelsior features Van Gassel in goal, with Widell, Meissen, Plug, and Janssen forming the defense. The midfield will be made up of Hartjes, Yegoian, and Van Vianen, while Silva Timas, Garden, and Sliti will lead the attack.