PSV 5-1 Excelsior Player Ratings: Dennis Man 9.5/10 as Home Side Clinch Dominant Win in Eredivisie

PSV produced a dominant display as they swept aside Excelsior in an Eredivisie match at the Philips Stadion.

The home team started fast and took control from the opening minutes. Excelsior struggled to cope with PSV’s pace and pressure. The match felt decided early.

Paul Wanner scored first to give PSV the lead. More goals followed quickly. Defenders Yarek Gasiorowski and Ryan Flamingo also scored, both from set pieces, underlining PSV’s control in all areas. Excelsior did manage a goal before half-time through Ilias Bronkhorst, but it made little difference.

After the break, PSV eased off. They kept possession and managed the game comfortably. Dennis Man stood out with an energetic and impressive performance.

The convincing win sent a clear message, as PSV continue to show they are strong contenders for the title. In this article, we'll discuss PSV vs Excelsior player ratings from the Eredivisie game:

Key Takeaways:

1. Paul Wanner scored early to put PSV in control.
2. Gasiorowski and Flamingo added goals from set pieces in the first half.
3. Dennis Man impressed as PSV cruised through the second half.

PSV Player Ratings vs Excelsior

Check out PSV player ratings from the Eredivisie fixture:

Goalkeeper

Matej Kovar - 6.5: Honestly, he could have brought a book to read for most of this game. He was barely tested by the opposition. He made the two saves that were required of him with no fuss. There was absolutely nothing he could do about the goal he conceded. It was a comfortable and quiet afternoon for the keeper.

Defenders

Mauro Júnior - 7.5: The captain put in a solid shift. He provided a brilliant assist for the third goal with a pinpoint cross from a corner. Defensively he was sound and led the team by example before being substituted. We noticed his leadership on the pitch was crucial in maintaining the team's high standards even when they were cruising.

Yarek Gasiorowski - 8.0: What a performance from the center-back. He was a rock at the back, winning all his tackles and dominating his aerial duels. To top it off, he scored a fantastic goal with a powerful header. It was a complete and commanding display. We were seriously impressed by his all-around contribution to the game.

Ryan Flamingo - 8.0: Just like his partner in crime, Flamingo was exceptional. He also found the back of the net with a well-placed header. He made five crucial clearances, snuffing out any potential danger before it could even develop. The defensive duo was on another level today.

Sergiño Dest - 7.5: A constant threat down the right flank. His dribbling caused all sorts of problems for the Excelsior defense. What stood out was his defensive work rate winning an incredible nine out of twelve duels. He was full of energy and purpose, a joy to watch.

Midfielders

Joey Veerman - 9.0: From our perspective, he was the puppet master. He completely ran the show from midfield. His assist was sublime, and his five key passes carved the opposition open time and time again. He dictated the tempo of the game with an almost arrogant ease. A midfield masterclass of the highest order.

Paul Wanner - 7.5: He got the ball rolling with a calm and collected finish to open the scoring. Beyond the goal, he worked tirelessly, linking play and maintaining possession with a maturity beyond his years. He was a vital cog in the PSV machine. It was a really strong outing for the youngster.

Guus Til - 8.0: A creative menace throughout his time on the pitch. He laid on the assist for Pepi's goal and created two other big chances. He was always looking for that killer pass, probing and pushing. His movement off the ball was intelligent and created space for others. A very effective performance.

Forwards

Dennis Man - 9.5: Unplayable. Simply unplayable. Our Man of the Match without a shadow of a doubt. He scored a goal, provided an assist and even hit the woodwork. His six successful dribbles left defenders dizzy. Every time he touched the ball, it felt like something magical was about to happen. A phenomenal individual display.

Ivan Perišić - 6.5: It was a mixed bag for the veteran. He worked hard and created a chance but he also picked up a needless yellow card. He didn't quite seem to be at his sharpest, but his experience was still a valuable asset on the pitch. We expect more from a player of his caliber.

Ricardo Pepi - 7.5: What a shame his game was cut short by injury. In his 26 minutes, he looked incredibly sharp, bagging a poacher's goal. He was a real handful for the defenders. PSV will be hoping his injury is not a serious one because he looked dangerous.

Substitutes

The substitutes came on when the game was already won. They helped see out the result professionally, maintaining PSV's control and dominance until the final whistle. No major impact was needed from them.

Manager

P. Bosz - 8.5: His game plan was executed to perfection. He sent his team out to attack from the very first minute, and they responded with a ruthless and devastating performance. The tactical setup completely overwhelmed the opposition. A perfect day at the office for the manager.

Excelsior Player Ratings vs PSV

Here are Excelsior player ratings from the PSV vs Excelsior Eredivisie match:

Goalkeeper

Stijn van Gassel - 4.0: A day he will want to forget in a hurry. He had to pick the ball out of his net five times. While he made a couple of decent saves, he was ultimately exposed by a shambolic defense. It's tough to give a keeper a good rating on a day like this. He looked shell-shocked.

Defenders

Simon Janssen - 5.5: He gets a slight bump in his rating for providing the assist for their only goal. However, he struggled immensely on the defensive end. He was often bypassed with ease and was rightly substituted after an hour. A difficult outing.

Casper Widell - 4.5: The captain had a nightmare game. He was part of a defensive unit that was torn to shreds by PSV's relentless attack. He couldn't organize his backline and looked lost at sea against the fluid movement of the PSV forwards. A very poor showing.

Rick Meissen - 4.0: A disastrous performance. He made a glaring error that led directly to a goal, a moment that summed up his afternoon. He looked completely out of his depth and was a weak link in the backline. This was a performance to forget.

Ilias Bronkhorst - 6.0: The sole bright spark in a dismal team performance. He took his goal incredibly well showing great composure. But he was also part of a defense that leaked five goals. It's a strange one to rate, but his goal saves him from a much lower score.

Midfielders

Irakli Yegoian - 5.5: He ran around a lot, but to little effect. He battled hard and won the ball back a few times but was incredibly wasteful in possession. He fought a battle he was never going to win against the superior PSV midfield. A frustrating day for him.

Noah Naujoks - 5.0: Largely anonymous. He struggled to get on the ball and make any kind of impact on the game. The match completely passed him by, and he was overrun in the middle of the park. Just not his day.

Lennard Hartjes - 5.0: Played only the first half and it's easy to see why. He was tidy enough on the ball but offered absolutely no resistance defensively. He was a passenger in a game that required fighters. Substituted at halftime.

Gyan de Regt - 5.0: Another midfielder who was completely ineffective. He failed to get into the game and was chasing shadows for most of his time on the pitch. Substituted after an hour having made no real impression.

Derensili Sanches Fernandes - 5.5: He showed some brief flashes of skill with his dribbling ability. But his end product was poor, and he lost possession far too frequently. There was potential there, but it was a frustratingly inconsistent performance.

Forwards

Jerolldino Bergraaf - 5.0: A thankless task. He was completely isolated up front and starved of service. He had very few touches of the ball and was unable to make any impact on the game. You have to feel for a striker in a team that gets dominated so comprehensively.

Substitutes

The substitutes who came on for Excelsior were unable to change the course of the game. The damage was already done, and they were simply tasked with damage limitation. They couldn't stem the tide against a rampant PSV.

Manager

R. den Uil - 4.0: His team was outclassed, out-thought, and outfought. The defensive organization was nonexistent, and they had no answer to PSV's attacking prowess. It seemed he had no plan B. A truly miserable day for the manager and his staff.

Man of the Match

Sportsdunia's player of the match goes to Dennis Man of PSV Eindhoven with 9.5/10 ratings.