There are many ways to self-destruct on a football pitch but PSV Eindhoven chose one of the more obvious methods.
In opting to play out slowly from the back against high-pressing opponents possessing forwards blessed with the speed and skill of Yoane Wissa and Anthony Gordon, Peter Bosz’s team were always likely to come undone.
Written by Louise Taylor at St James’ Park
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jan/21/newcastle-psv-champions-league-match-report under the title “Barnes seals easy win against PSV but Newcastle face wait over Guimarães”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.