PSV-AZ: Saibari Starts and Stays Under Pressure Until the End

Ismaël Saibari experienced a mixed evening with PSV Eindhoven during their match against AZ Alkmaar on Saturday, March 7, 2026, in the Eredivisie. Starting from the beginning under Peter Bosz, the Moroccan midfielder contributed to his team’s victory (2-1) in a tightly contested match that remained uncertain for a long time, ultimately turning in favor of the Eindhoven club thanks to a late goal from Ricardo Pepi. 

Emotionally, however, the match was more complicated for Saibari. He was closely monitored, often frustrated in duels, and visibly annoyed by several refereeing decisions, with the Atlas Lion showing his frustration at various moments during the game. Dutch media notably highlighted his growing nervousness throughout the first half, culminating in a gesture of irritation as he headed to the locker room. Analyst Marciano Vink himself pointed out on ESPN NL that the player appeared “very irritated” and uncomfortable in his match.

This tension can also be explained by the match’s scenario and the rough opposition presented by AZ. Peter Bosz expressed his annoyance after the match regarding certain behaviors from Wouter Goes, a defender for the Alkmaar club, believing that several situations contributed to increasing the nervousness on the pitch. In this tense context, Saibari nonetheless held his ground until the final whistle and helped PSV secure three valuable points in the title race.