PSV Eindhoven Faces Feyenoord in KNVB Beker Quarter-Final Clash

EINDHOVEN, Netherlands — PSV Eindhoven and Feyenoord will renew their historic rivalry in the KNVB Beker quarter-finals on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at Philips Stadion. The match, set to kick off at 5:45 p.m. UK time, promises high stakes as both teams vie for a spot in the semi-finals of the Dutch cup competition.

PSV enters the match as the current Eredivisie leaders, despite a recent stumble in league play. Over the weekend, they squandered a 3-1 lead against NEC Nijmegen, settling for a 3-3 draw. Head coach Peter Bosz acknowledged the frustration, stating, “You play good football, especially in the second half, have full control of the game, but in the end, you give it away unnecessarily.” PSV’s domestic form in 2025 has been inconsistent, with only one league win in four matches.

Feyenoord, on the other hand, arrives in Eindhoven fresh off a heartbreaking 2-1 loss to arch-rivals Ajax in Der Klassieker. The Rotterdammers are 14 points behind PSV in the Eredivisie and face mounting pressure to deliver silverware this season. Retaining the KNVB Beker, which they won last year, remains their best hope. Feyenoord defeated PSV 1-0 in last season’s cup competition, adding extra intrigue to Wednesday’s clash.

Both teams are dealing with key absences. PSV will be without top scorer Ricardo Pepi, who suffered an ACL injury in their Champions League win over Liverpool. Veteran striker Luuk de Jong is expected to lead the line in his absence. Feyenoord, meanwhile, has lost Mexican striker Santiago Giménez to AC Milan and faces uncertainty in goal due to injuries.

Bosz emphasized the importance of home advantage, saying, “I’m glad we’re playing at home with our crowd there. That’s an advantage for us.” He also highlighted the unpredictable nature of cup matches, adding, “It’s a cup game; a real all-or-nothing pot.”

Feyenoord captain Quinten Timber, who scored in their recent match against Ajax, is expected to start, providing a boost for the visitors. However, PSV’s depth and recent form make them slight favorites. The hosts are predicted to score at least twice en route to a potential semi-final berth.

With both teams desperate for a win, Wednesday’s encounter is set to be a thrilling chapter in one of Dutch football’s most storied rivalries.