Will Tillman’s Comeback Inspire PSV Against Ajax in Key Match?

Malik Tillman Makes His Comeback for PSV

Malik Tillman is on the road to recovery with PSV Eindhoven. The attacking midfielder, who suffered an ankle injury in January, participated in a closed-door friendly match against FC Den Bosch today.

Injury History and Missing Matches

The German-American player sustained his injury during a cup match against Excelsior, which caused him to miss a significant number of games—specifically, sixteen matches for PSV.

Upcoming Challenges for PSV

PSV’s next challenge comes next week as they face Ajax. A victory is vital for PSV to keep their title hopes alive, as they currently trail the Amsterdam leaders by six points.

Match Results and Tillman’s Impact

In the friendly match against Den Bosch, PSV secured a 3-1 win, with Tillman starting in the lineup. Prior to his injury, the 22-year-old had established himself as a key player for the team, scoring seven goals in eighteen league matches and netting three times in Champions League competition.

Other Notable Absences

Additionally, Lucas Perez, the Spanish forward who was signed as a free agent after the transfer deadline, was absent from the match against Den Bosch due to an injury.