PSV Eindhoven 5:1 FC Groningen — Match Report

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PSV Eindhoven recovered from an early setback to thrash FC Groningen 5-1 in the Eredivisie. After falling behind inside nine minutes, they scored five unanswered goals and controlled the contest throughout.

Brynjólfur Darri Willumsson gave Groningen a 9th-minute lead, but Thijmen Blokzijl levelled two minutes later. Ivan Perišić put PSV ahead on 35 and Ricardo Pepi made it 3-1 on the stroke of half-time. Perišić added his second of the game on 53 before Sergiño Dest completed the scoring three minutes later.

The scoreline reflected PSV's dominance: they had 62% possession and 24 shots to Groningen's seven, with an expected-goals figure of 4.42. Perišić was the standout, scoring twice as PSV turned the match around before the break.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of PSV Eindhoven vs FC Groningen?

PSV Eindhoven 5-1 FC Groningen (Eredivisie).

Who scored?

Brynjólfur Darri Willumsson (9', assist Thom van Bergen) for FC Groningen; Thijmen Blokzijl (11') for PSV Eindhoven; Ivan Perišić (35') for PSV Eindhoven; Ricardo Pepi (45') for PSV Eindhoven; Ivan Perišić (53', assist Mauro Júnior) for PSV Eindhoven; Sergiño Dest (56', assist Ruben van Bommel) for PSV Eindhoven.

Was PSV Eindhoven's win deserved?

Yes — PSV Eindhoven were on top for most of the match.

Were there any cards in PSV Eindhoven vs FC Groningen?

Yellow cards: Ruben van Bommel (PSV Eindhoven); Mark Csinger (FC Groningen).

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