The Johan Cruyff Shield is up for grabs as Ajax and PSV Eindhoven face off once again in a traditional Dutch football showdown. PSV defeated Ajax in last season’s Johan Cruijff Schaal and KNVB Cup Final, but Ajax still clinched the Eredivisie title. With new coaches at both clubs, Alfred Schreuder leads Ajax while Ruud van Nistelrooy takes charge of PSV.
Ajax has seen significant changes in their squad, with key players departing and new faces like Steven Bergwijn joining the team. PSV, on the other hand, has welcomed Xavi Simons and Luuk de Jong while Cody Gakpo remains a crucial player for the team.
In terms of betting tips, both teams to score and over 2.5 goals seem like safe bets, with Ajax to win and over 2.5 goals offering good odds. The match preview suggests that Ajax may have the upper hand in this encounter, especially with the distraction of PSV’s upcoming Champions League campaign.
Overall, the Johan Cruyff Shield is likely to end up in Ajax’s hands at the Johan Cruyff Arena. With expectations high for both teams, this showdown promises to be an exciting start to the season for Dutch football fans.