Missing Pieces: Key Absentees for PSV
PSV will be without Joey Veerman, who is serving a suspension after receiving a red card in the Johan Cruijff Schaal match against AZ. Additionally, Sergiño Dest is still serving a suspension for his yellow cards in the previous Eredivisie season. New signings Filip Kostic and Kodai Sano are also not yet part of the matchday squad.
Potential Lineup: Who Will Fill the Gaps?
The Eindhovens Dagblad has predicted that Mauro Júnior will start as left-back, while Paul Wanner, Sven Mijnans, and Guus Til are expected to form the midfield trio. Ivan Perišić, Ricardo Pepi, and Ruben van Bommel are likely to lead the attack.
Fortuna Sittard's Lineup: A Different Story
In contrast, Fortuna Sittard's lineup has been predicted by ESPN, with Branderhorst, Pinto, Van Otelle, Hubner, and Dahlhaus forming the defense. Brittijn, Ihattaren, and Oukili are expected to start in midfield, with Romeny, Zeefuik, and Peterson up front.
Conclusion
PSV's pre-season puzzle is set to be a challenging one, with several key players absent due to suspension or injury. Coach Peter Bosz will need to rely on his squad's depth and creativity to overcome the obstacles and secure a positive result against Fortuna Sittard.