The UEFA Champions League 2025/2026 League Phase features a crucial Matchday 5 contest as Liverpool hosts PSV Eindhoven at the iconic Anfield. Scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, 2025, this fixture is pivotal for both clubs’ qualification hopes, particularly for the struggling English hosts. Liverpool, under manager Arne Slot, sits high in the Champions League standings with 9 points from four matches, a record of three wins and one loss.
The Reds have found respite and success in Europe amidst a terrible domestic run. PSV Eindhoven, managed by Peter Bosz, occupies 16th position with 5 points. The Dutch side is thriving domestically and needs a result at Anfield to leapfrog into the knockout play-offs (top 24). This match pits Liverpool’s exceptional European home record against PSV’s formidable domestic form and attacking philosophy, setting the stage for a dramatic and high-scoring affair.
Match Details
This midweek European encounter is a high-stakes fixture, with Liverpool seeking a response to their domestic struggles and PSV aiming to capitalize on their opponents’ lack of confidence.
| Detail | Information |
| Competition | UEFA Champions League |
| Phase | League Phase – Matchday 5 |
| Date | Wednesday, November 26, 2025 |
| Kick-off | 8:00 PM GMT (9:00 PM CET) |
| Venue | Anfield, Liverpool, United Kingdom |
Team Form and Analysis for Liverpool
Champions League Resilience vs Domestic Chaos
Liverpool currently holds 9th position in the Champions League League Phase standings with 9 points, recording three wins and one loss.
The Reds‘ European campaign has been a welcome distraction from their domestic woes, where they are currently enduring a severe slump in the Premier League. Liverpool has won three of their four Champions League matches, including a crucial 1-0 home victory over Real Madrid on Matchday 3, showcasing their ability to find form on European nights. Crucially, Liverpool has an incredible home record at Anfield in this competition, having won all three previous home meetings against PSV and currently holding a winning streak of thirteen consecutive home victories in the group or league phase, the longest such run for any Premier League club. However, their defense has been porous in recent domestic outings, conceding eleven goals in their last five matches across all competitions, including a humbling 3-0 home defeat to Nottingham Forest at the weekend. Manager Arne Slot will be desperate for the Anfield atmosphere to inspire a performance that can steady the ship. Key defender Jeremie Frimpong is ruled out through injury.
Key Player: Mohamed Salah
Forward Mohamed Salah remains the most influential player in the Liverpool attack and is a proven talisman on European nights. The Egyptian King has consistently delivered high goal contributions for the club and is expected to lead the line. Salah’s speed, clinical finishing, and experience are vital for exploiting PSV’s attacking high line. His ability to score and create, especially in a fixture where Liverpool is under immense pressure to perform, will be the decisive factor in whether the Reds can secure the win needed to push for a top-eight seeding.
Team Form and Analysis for PSV Eindhoven
Domestic Excellence and Goal-Scoring Streak
PSV Eindhoven currently occupies 16th position in the Champions League League Phase standings with 5 points, recording one win, two draws, and one loss.
The Dutch champions have been in sublime form domestically, leading the Eredivisie table and arriving in England unbeaten in their last fifteen matches across all competitions. Their European form has been mixed, but they have a history of fighting hard, securing a recent 1-1 away draw with Olympiacos on Matchday 4. PSV’s attack has been prolific, scoring at least once in sixteen of their last seventeen Champions League group or league phase fixtures. Their head coach, Peter Bosz, is known for his aggressive, attacking style, which often leads to high-scoring games, as evidenced by their recent 3-2 victory over Liverpool at the same stage last season. The Boeren‘s strategy will be to match Liverpool’s intensity, control the midfield with their dynamic double pivot, and exploit the clear defensive frailties currently visible in the Reds’ backline. They are without forwards Ruben van Bommel and Alassane Plea due to injury.
Key Player: Guus Til
Attacking midfielder Guus Til has been a crucial element of Peter Bosz’s free-scoring PSV side, providing both goals and essential movement behind the striker. Til is known for his high work rate, aggressive pressing, and late runs into the box. He has contributed significantly in the Champions League this season, demonstrating his ability to score against top-tier opposition. His energy and capability to exploit the spaces between Liverpool’s midfield and defense will be paramount for PSV to create chances and challenge the experienced Liverpool backline.
Head-to-Head Record between the Teams
The two clubs have met seven times previously, with Liverpool holding a significant advantage in the overall record, though the most recent result favors PSV.
| Metric | Liverpool Wins | Draws | PSV Eindhoven Wins |
| Total Competitive Matches | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Last UCL Meeting (Jan 2025) | PSV Eindhoven 3-2 Liverpool (H) | ||
| Liverpool Home Record vs PSV | W3, D0, L0 (Last 3 games) |
Liverpool holds the historical advantage with five wins from seven competitive meetings against PSV Eindhoven. However, PSV claimed their first-ever victory against Liverpool in their most recent encounter—a 3-2 win in the League Phase last season, albeit against a much-changed Liverpool side that had already qualified. Crucially, Liverpool has won all three previous home matches against PSV at Anfield, including an aggregate 4-0 Quarter-Final victory in 2007. This dominance at Anfield will provide a strong psychological advantage for the hosts.
Players to Watch
Liverpool
- Dominik Szoboszlai (Midfielder): The Hungarian international’s versatility and long-range shooting ability make him a constant threat. His energy and ability to create chances from the final third will be vital for breaking down PSV’s organized midfield block.
- Cody Gakpo (Forward): The Dutch international will be highly motivated against his former club. His movement, link-up play, and ability to interchange positions with Salah and the central striker will be key to unlocking the PSV defense.
PSV Eindhoven
- Ricardo Pepi (Striker): The young American striker has been highly impressive in the Champions League, showcasing clinical finishing and excellent movement. He will lead the line and test the vulnerability of the Liverpool defense.
- Joey Veerman (Central Midfielder): The Dutch midfielder is the engine room of the PSV midfield. His passing range and ability to dictate the tempo of the game will be crucial for controlling possession and mitigating Liverpool’s high-intensity pressing.
Prediction
This match is a clear contrast of European form versus domestic confidence. Liverpool’s historically unshakeable home record in the Champions League provides a strong basis for victory, especially considering the added pressure following their dismal domestic performance. However, PSV’s impressive, high-scoring form and their ability to punish defensive errors will ensure a chaotic, back-and-forth contest. Given the historical home dominance of Liverpool in Europe and their need for a statement win, they should secure a narrow victory, though PSV’s formidable attack makes a clean sheet unlikely.
Score Prediction: Liverpool 3-2 PSV Eindhoven
Live Stream and TV Broadcast Information
This UEFA Champions League League Phase fixture is scheduled for broadcast across various platforms globally.
The match kicks off on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at 8:00 PM GMT (9:00 PM CET).
In the United Kingdom (UK), the match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 2 and a live stream will be available on Discovery+ and the Discovery+ App.
In the United States (US), the match will be available to watch and stream live on Paramount+ and ViX.
Check local TV and streaming listings in other regions, as the match will be shown across the UEFA Champions League’s international broadcast partners globally.
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