In the group stage, PSV had a negative goal difference (8:10). However, this did not prevent the team from advancing to the playoffs from the second position. It’s worth noting that out of the total 10 goals conceded, four occurred in the opening match against Arsenal (0:4). Subsequently, under Peter Bosz’s guidance, PSV improved and did not lose in any of the following matches (two wins and three draws). The last time “the farmers” advanced past the Round of 16 in the Champions League was in the distant 2006/07 season. In Eredivisie, PSV confidently occupies the first place with a 10-point lead over the closest pursuer. Moreover, over 22 rounds, the team has not suffered a single defeat, securing 20 wins and two draws. Overall, in official matches this season, the “red and whites” have lost only twice in the Champions League to Arsenal (0:4) and in the Dutch Cup to Feyenoord (0:1).
Borussia pleased their fans and, contrary to numerous predictions, managed to win a tough group, surpassing PSG, Milan, and Newcastle. Dortmund collected 11 points and achieved success largely due to a solid defense, conceding only four goals. Interestingly, in away matches during the group stage, the “Yellow and Blacks” demonstrated a closed style of play and conceded only three goals. In the Bundesliga, under the guidance of Edin Terzic, Dortmund has not shown consistent results and currently occupies the fourth place. Although they have lost only three times, eight matches ended in draws. In the last round, they failed to secure three points away against Wolfsburg (1:1). Additionally, their defense is noteworthy, with 27 goals conceded, surpassed only by the leaders Bayer and Bayern.
