Champions League Draw Could Pit PSV Against Feyenoord in Dutch Showdown

PSV and Feyenoord could face off in the Champions League, marking the first Dutch clash in European competition since 2002. Get the latest updates on the Champions League draw and potential matchups.

The possibility of a historic Dutch clash in the Champions League has emerged after Wednesday's results. PSV's thrilling 3-2 victory over Liverpool secured a seeded spot in the next phase of the competition, while Feyenoord's disappointing 6-1 loss to Lille relegated them to an unseeded spot. This sets the stage for a potential matchup between the two Dutch teams in the next round.

FT.#lilfey • #UCL pic.twitter.com/9qfUJbSkFy

— Feyenoord Rotterdam (@Feyenoord) January 29, 2025

The Champions League draw on Friday will determine the fate of both teams. With PSV finishing 14th and Feyenoord 19th, the possibilities are limited. PSV could face either Feyenoord or Juventus, while Feyenoord's potential opponents are PSV or AC Milan. A matchup between PSV and Feyenoord would be a landmark occasion, marking the first European clash between two Dutch teams since 2002.

Strong finish to the league phase, bring on the next round 🔥#PSVLIV #UCL

— PSV (@PSV) January 30, 2025

That 2002 encounter was a memorable one, with Feyenoord ultimately prevailing over PSV in the UEFA Cup quarterfinals. The two teams played out two 1-1 draws, with Feyenoord emerging victorious in the penalty shootout. Feyenoord went on to win the tournament, defeating Borussia Dortmund in the final on their home soil. A potential rematch between PSV and Feyenoord in the Champions League would be a highly anticipated event.