PSV Misses Chances and Loses to RB Leipzig in Champions League Match

PSV suffered a 1-0 defeat against RB Leipzig after a match in which the Dutch side created several opportunities but failed to score, with Peter Bosz saying his team played well over 90 minutes and deserved more from the game, according to NOS.

PSV received a penalty in the 18th minute after RB Leipzig defender Ridle Baku handled the ball, but Ivan Perisic missed the spot kick, according to NOS. The only goal came after a corner, with Perisic also involved as the ball went into the net off his back.

Bosz assessed PSV's performance after the loss and highlighted both the team's attacking play and defensive issues. He said the result did not reflect the overall balance of the match.

"I think we played a good game over 90 minutes," Bosz said, according to Ziggo Sport.

The PSV coach also acknowledged that Leipzig had dangerous chances while his team struggled to convert its own opportunities. Bosz said the missed penalty and other chances were decisive factors in the result.

"We also gave away big chances, that has to be said," Bosz said, according to Ziggo Sport.

"I had the feeling that there was more in it for us," Bosz said, according to Ziggo Sport.

Bosz added that PSV controlled much of the footballing battle but needed greater efficiency in front of goal. He noted that Leipzig's quality allowed the German side to create danger despite PSV's approach.

Sven Mijnans also had a chance to earn PSV at least a point after Ruben van Bommel played the ball back from the byline. The midfielder admitted he did not finish the opportunity correctly.

"I saw many people in the goal. Then I wanted to place it into the corner too hard and too eagerly with my right foot. I have to make sure it goes between the posts," Mijnans said, according to Ziggo Sport.

Mijnans' chance was one of several moments when PSV came close to scoring. The team later saw Armando Obispo's equalizer ruled out after the goal was disallowed.

Bosz said PSV had discussed managing their pressing approach during the match because Leipzig had players capable of exploiting space. He felt the plan worked but needed to be maintained longer.

"We discussed that we cannot press for 90 minutes. They have enough quality up front to play us one-on-one. But I think our play was worthwhile. Maybe we should have kept it going longer," Bosz said, according to Ziggo Sport.

PSV captain Mauro Júnior said the team showed it could compete at this level despite the defeat. He pointed to the quality of the performance rather than the final score.

"It is what it is. We showed that we can play good football. I am happy that we showed that at this level," Mauro Júnior said, according to Ziggo Sport.