PSV Eindhoven vs AZ Alkmaar Result
Eredivisie · Netherlands
PSV Eindhoven
Full Time
AZ Alkmaar
📍 Philips Stadion, Eindhoven
🗓️ Saturday, 7 Mar 2026 at 19:00
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CERTIFIED WPredicted
3 - 1
Actual
2 - 1
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Late Perišić Strike Seals PSV Comeback Win Over AZ Alkmaar
PSV Eindhoven produced a stirring second-half comeback to edge past AZ Alkmaar 2-1 at the Philips Stadion, maintaining their Eredivisie title charge. After falling behind early to a Troy Parrott strike in the 13th minute, the hosts responded with relentless pressure, eventually drawing level just before halftime and clinching victory with a late Ivan Perišić goal. AZ Alkmaar’s defensive setup initially frustrated PSV, but the home side’s dominance in possession (64%) and attacking intent—evidenced by 19 shots, 8 on target—eventually wore down the visitors. While AZ threatened on the break and managed 5 shots on target themselves, PSV’s quality in the final third proved decisive, with Perišić’s 86th-minute winner sending the home crowd into raptures.
PSV Eindhoven
PSV showed resilience after conceding early, controlling the tempo with 64% possession and creating a flurry of chances. Their 19 shots and 8 on target underlined their attacking intent, and the midfield trio of Veerman, Wanner, and Saibari dictated play for long stretches. Defensively, they recovered well after the early setback, limiting AZ to sporadic opportunities. Ivan Perišić’s late winner capped a determined team display, while the back four marshaled AZ’s counters effectively after the break. PSV’s patience and tactical flexibility eventually broke down a stubborn AZ rearguard.
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AZ Alkmaar
AZ Alkmaar executed their 5-4-1 game plan with discipline, taking an early lead through Troy Parrott and frustrating PSV for much of the first half. Despite having just 36% possession, they remained a threat on the counter and registered 5 shots on target from 13 attempts. The defensive line, marshaled by Alexandre Penetra and Wouter Goes, absorbed considerable pressure but eventually succumbed late on. AZ’s midfield battled hard but struggled to retain possession, and as PSV’s attacks mounted, their defensive shape was stretched. The late concession was a cruel blow after a valiant effort.
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Key Moments
13' — Goal
Troy Parrott finishes a swift AZ counter to give the visitors an early lead.
45' — Goal
PSV equalize on the stroke of halftime, shifting momentum before the break.
54' — Yellow Card
PSV’s Joey Veerman booked for a tactical foul as AZ threaten on the break.
68' — Substitution
PSV introduce fresh legs in midfield, increasing attacking impetus.
73' — Yellow Card
AZ’s Peer Koopmeiners cautioned for a late challenge.
86' — Goal
Ivan Perišić scores the winner, capping sustained PSV pressure.
Tactical Analysis
PSV lined up in a 4-2-3-1, seeking to dominate possession and dictate play through their midfield. Their fullbacks, Dest and Sildillia, provided width, while Veerman and Wanner orchestrated attacks from deep. After conceding, PSV increased their pressing intensity and committed more players forward, especially after halftime. AZ’s 5-4-1 formation prioritized defensive solidity, with wingbacks dropping deep to form a compact back five. Their approach relied on quick transitions, aiming to exploit space behind PSV’s advanced fullbacks. Substitutions from PSV injected energy and attacking impetus, eventually tipping the balance as AZ tired and their defensive shape faltered late on.
Turning Point
PSV’s equalizer just before halftime shifted the momentum, allowing the hosts to dominate the second half and eventually find a late winner.
Man of the Match
Ivan Perišić
Delivered when it mattered most, scoring the decisive late goal and leading by example throughout.