Eredivisie champions PSV Eindhoven will face third-tier side Koninklijke HFC at Philips Stadion in a second-round KNVB Beker match, with the winner earning a place in the round of 16.

PSV

Koninklijke HFC

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PSV Eindhoven are currently six points ahead of second-placed FC Utrecht in the Eredivisie, boasting the league’s best record with 56 goals scored and only 13 conceded. However, they suffered a 1-0 loss to Heerenveen in their last league outing, and manager Peter Bosz will likely be concerned by his team's lack of attacking penetration, as they only created one clear-cut chance despite controlling 64% of possession.

PSV were knocked out of the KNVB Cup in the round of 16 last season, losing 1-0 to Feyenoord on January 24.

Before their two recent defeats, the home team had won all six of their previous matches, and they have claimed victory in nine of their last 10 matches at Philips Stadion.

In contrast, Koninklijke HFC progressed to this stage by defeating second-tier Emmen, creating two big chances and limiting their opponents to just one. The visitors sit ninth in the Tweede Divisie with 24 points from 17 games, though it’s worth noting that there is no promotion or relegation in the amateur league. Under head coach Gertjan Tamerus, HFC have been inconsistent, with three losses, one draw, and three wins in their last seven matches. They have also struggled on the road, losing four of their last six away games, with only one victory during that stretch.