PSV Eindhoven vs Arsenal LIVE: Champions League result and reaction after Yorbe Vertessen earns draw

PSV 1-1 Arsenal: The Gunners were held to a draw after Mikel Arteta made eight changes

Smith-Rowe back in training as Arsenal prepare for PSV in UCL

PSV Eindhoven and Arsenal both advanced to the knockout rounds of the Champions League after playing out a 1-1 draw at the Philips Stadion. The two teams had already qualified before kick off in the final Group B match but their encounter was an enjoyable and entertaining affair.

Mikel Arteta made eight changes to the starting line-up which meant the Gunners were disjointed through the opening stages but they created a couple of good chances with Eddie Nketiah opening the scoring. He collected a pass from Reiss Nelson before touching the ball into the box and slotting it into the far corner.

After the break PSV responded with a simple pass up the pitch. Ricardo Pepi nipped in between William Saliba and Gabriel to receive the ball before setting up Yorbe Vertessen to guide in the equaliser. A lack on intensity from both teams meant the match meandered to its conclusion and the points were shared.

Relive the match action below:

PSV vs Arsenal live

• Arsenal’s new look line-up secures draw against PSV Eindhoven in Champions League dead-rubber
• PSV Eindhoven draw 1-1 with Arsenal in the Champions League
• Both teams have qualified for the knockout rounds
• 83’ DISALLOWED! - Kiwior’s header is ruled out for offside (PSV 1-1 ARS)
• 68’ POST! - Saibari strikes the woodwork for the hosts (PSV 1-1 ARS)
• 50’ GOAL! - Vertessen slots home the equaliser (PSV 1-1 ARS)
• 42’ GOAL! - Nketiah’s fine finish gives the Gunners the lead (PSV 0-1 ARS)
• 36’ SHOT! - Pepi’s effort is blocked by Saliba (PSV 0-0 ARS)
• 18’ POST! - Vertessen leaps and nods one onto the post (PSV 0-0 ARS)
• 6’ CHANCE! - PSV get the first opportunity to score through Van Aanholt (PSV 0-0 ARS)

[12 December 2023 16:20 · Mike Jones]

PSV vs Arsenal prediction

Mikel Arteta is likely to make a heap of changes to his Arsenal team but the Gunners should have enough quality in the squad to earn a win away from home.

PSV 0-1 Arsenal.

[12 December 2023 16:15 · Mike Jones]

PSV vs Arsenal predicted line-ups

PSV Eindhoven XI: Benitez; Van Aanholt, Ramalho, Boscagli, Dest; Schouten, Veerman; Bakayoko, Saibari, Til; De Jong

Arsenal XI: Ramsdale; White, Kiwior, Gabriel, Cedric; Elneny, Jorginho, Havertz; Jesus, Trossard, Nelson

[12 December 2023 16:10 · Mike Jones]

Early team news

PSV are without defenders Jordan Teze, Armando Obispo and Armel Bella-Kotchap who all sit out the game through injury. Striker Noa Lang is absent and Hirving Lozano is both suspended and suffering from a hip issue.

Arsenal have no fresh injury concerns but are already missing Takehiro Tomiyasu through a calf injury, Emile Smith Rowe with a knee problem and Thomas Partey who has a thigh issue. With qualification already secure Mikel Arteta is expected to make a few changes which could allow the likes of Jorginho and Leandro Trossard a starting place.

[12 December 2023 16:05 · Mike Jones]

How to watch PSV vs Arsenal

PSV vs Arsenal is due to kick off at 5.45pm GMT on Tuesday 12 December at the Philips Stadion in the Netherlands.

Viewers in the United Kingdom will be able to watch the match live on TNT Sports with coverage from 5pm GMT. Subscribers can stream the action via the Discovery+ app.

If you’re travelling abroad and want to watch the event, you might need a VPN to unblock your streaming app. Our VPN round-up is here to help and includes deals on VPNs in the market. Viewers using a VPN need to make sure that they comply with any local regulations where they are, and also with the terms of their service provider.

[12 December 2023 16:00 · Mike Jones]

PSV vs Arsenal

Good evening and welcome to The Independent’s coverage of tonight’s Champions League action. First up Arsenal travel to the Netherlands to take on Dutch side PSV Eindhoven.

Arsenal hammered the Eredivisie team 4-0 at the Emirates back on Matchday 1 which was a sign for how easily Mikel Arteta’s men would find the group stages. A slip up against Lens did not stop them from qualifying with a match to spare and they are advancing to the last-16 as Group B winners.

PSV are also through as their head-to-head record against Lens is stronger meaning they cannot be overtaken in second place. Tonight’s match is a dead rubber, for all intents and purposes, but it will provide both teams the opportunity to rest first choice personnel and try out other players within the squad.

We’ll have all the latest updates, team news and match action so stick around as we build up to kick off at 5.45pm.