ajax vs psv — NG news

Mika Godts scored a 92nd-minute equalizer to keep Ajax’s Champions League hopes alive against Eredivisie champions PSV on May 2, 2026. The match ended in a 2-2 draw at Johan Cruyff Arena.

Ajax currently sits in fourth place in the Eredivisie. PSV, having won the league title this season, faced Ajax after securing three consecutive victories. The match was crucial for Ajax as they aim for a top-three finish and Champions League qualification.

Key statistics:

  • Ajax has not lost to PSV in their last four meetings.
  • The last head-to-head match also ended in a draw, with a score of 2-2.
  • Mika Godts is Ajax’s top goalscorer with 17 goals this season.
  • PSV’s top goalscorer, Ricardo Pepi, has scored 5 goals this season.

The game saw Ajax average 1.8 goals from 4.7 shots on goal over their last ten league games. In contrast, PSV averaged 2.6 goals from 7.7 shots on target during the same period. This match highlighted the attacking prowess of both teams.

Godts’ late goal salvaged a point for Ajax after they struggled during much of the second half. “It looked to become another second-half trauma for Ajax, who played a disappointing half but miraculously stole a point when Mika Godts vollied in a rebound in the 92nd minute,” noted analysts following the match.

Recent performance:

  • Ajax’s last league game was a 2-0 victory against NAC Breda.
  • PSV won their previous three league games before facing Ajax.
  • The +0.25 line has been covered by Ajax in 8 of their last 10 games.

The result leaves Ajax with continued hope for Champions League qualification, but they must maintain consistency in their upcoming matches. Their next challenge will be critical as they face teams vying for similar positions.