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·23 August 2026

Decisive figure drives PSV to statement win over Groningen

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Ivan Perišić changed it in the 35th minute with a calm finish, setting PSV up for a 5-1 victory over Groningen.

He had already begun to dictate the contest, drifting into space and sweeping in from the centre (35.) to flip the momentum.

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After the restart he struck again, racing onto Mauro Júnior's through ball and finishing with precision (53.) to put daylight between the sides.

Perišić finished with five attempts, two on target, plus four tackles and seven possession regains, a blend of threat and graft that kept Groningen on the back foot.

His constant running and crossing threat ensured the Boeren controlled the key phases and sustained pressure throughout.

PSV rise from 10th to 3rd in the Eredivisie and visit Utrecht next. Groningen are fourth and host Fortuna Sittard next.

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