Suramadu Showdown: Persebaya Eyes Win in High-Stakes Derby

Indonesia Super League  -  Persebaya Surabaya VS Madura United
Match Time:20-04-2025 20:00 Sunday (GMT+8)
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Week 29 of the 2024–25 Liga 1 season concluded with a match between Persebaya Surabaya and Madura United on Sunday night, April 20, 2025. The game took place at Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium in Surabaya, starting at 7:00 PM local time. Known as the Suramadu Derby, the clash was expected to be intense, considering the current form and rivalry between the two sides—Persebaya, the Bajul Ijo, and Madura United, the Laskar Sapeh Kerrab.

Team Analysis:
Persebaya, under Paul Munster's guidance, remained unbeaten in their last four matches, although the most recent two ended without a victory, including one at home. On the other side, Madura United had also faced setbacks in their last two games, but those were in the AFC Challenge League. In Liga 1, however, Angel Alfredo Vera’s squad secured back-to-back wins, including one on the road. Both teams entered the match highly motivated—Persebaya aimed to stay in the title race, while Madura United looked to steer clear of relegation danger.

Player Situation:
Persebaya Surabaya is expected to rely on the attacking trio of Flavio Silva, Dejan Tumbas, and Rizky Dwi Pangestu, with Toni Firmansyah, who has been in excellent form, playing a key role in midfield. On the other side, Madura United, under Alfredo Vera, is likely to stick with a 4-3-3 formation, featuring Iran Junior, Youssef Ezzejjari, and Lulinha up front. Lulinha, as the team's top scorer, is set to be a major threat that Persebaya’s defense must closely watch.

Result Prediction:
Playing at home in front of their supporters gave Persebaya a slight edge, but securing a win was still expected to be a tough task. In the first-round encounter held at Madura United’s home ground, Persebaya had managed to come out on top with a 2-1 victory.

Predicted Result: Persebaya Surabaya 2-1 Madura United