Porto v PSV: predicted line-ups for Champions League league-phase clash

FC Porto and PSV Eindhoven meet on Tuesday, 20 October 2026, in the third round of the Champions League league phase, with kick-off scheduled for 19:00 GMT. Both sides are expected to retain their usual formations for the fixture.

FC Porto

FC Porto are likely to line up in a 4-3-3, a system built around a back four, a three-man midfield and an attacking trio. The formation is intended to provide defensive security while allowing the midfield to control the tempo and the forwards to threaten both through the middle and from wide areas.

Diogo Costa is expected to start in goal.

The probable FC Porto XI is:

Goalkeeper: Diogo Costa

Defenders: Martim Fernandes, Pablo Rosario, Jakub Kiwior, Francisco Moura

Midfielders: Victor Froholdt, Alan Varela, Gabri Veiga

Forwards: Borja Sainz, Andre Da Silva, Pepe

The match represents an important third league-phase fixture for FC Porto, who will be looking to make the most of home advantage against their Dutch opponents.

PSV

PSV Eindhoven are expected to use their familiar 4-2-3-1 shape. The system provides protection in front of the defence through two holding midfielders, while a three-man attacking midfield unit is tasked with creating opportunities between the lines. A lone central striker leads the attack.

Matej Kovar is the predicted goalkeeper for PSV.

The probable PSV XI is:

Goalkeeper: Matej Kovar

Defenders: Sergino Dest, L. Geertruida, A. Obispo, Filip Kostic

Midfielders: Dennis Man, Mauro Junior, Guus Til, Kodai Sano, Ayoni Santos

Centre-forward: Sven Mijnans

The meeting will be PSV’s third match of the Champions League league phase, with both clubs preparing for a contest that could prove significant in the early standings.

Betting company 1xbet has priced FC Porto as the favourites, with a home victory listed at 1.52. A draw is offered at 4.30, while a PSV win is priced at 4.60.