PSV Eindhoven and Rakow Czestochowa Play Out Thrilling Pre-Season Friendly
In an entertaining International Club Friendly on July 11, 2026, Dutch giants PSV Eindhoven drew 2-2 with Polish side Rakow Czestochowa. The match, played in front of a healthy crowd, served as a vital pre‑season test for both teams ahead of their respective domestic campaigns.
PSV started brightly, demonstrating the flair expected from an Eredivisie powerhouse. They took the lead in the 23rd minute when a slick move down the right flank ended with a low cross being turned in from close range. Rakow responded well, using their physicality to unsettle PSV’s backline, and equalised before the half-hour mark through a well‑struck penalty after a handball in the box.
Second-Half Drama and Takeaways
The second half saw both teams make multiple substitutions, but the quality remained high. PSV regained the lead in the 62nd minute with a beautiful curling shot from the edge of the area. Rakow, however, showed their resilience once more, levelling the scores with a header from a corner in the 78th minute. Neither side could find a late winner, and the 2-2 draw was a fair result.
For PSV Eindhoven, the friendly offered valuable minutes for new signings and returning players, while Rakow Czestochowa proved they can match a top‑tier opponent. The match promises well for both clubs’ preparations—PSV set for the Eredivisie title race, and Rakow aiming for another strong season in the Polish Ekstraklasa.

