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21st Sep. Indonesia Super League---PSM Makassar VS Persija Jakarta Prediction
Indonesia Super League - PSM Makassar VS Persija Jakarta
Match Time:21-09-2025 20:00 Sunday (GMT+8)
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Team Reviews
PSM Makassar are heading into this Indonesia Super League clash at Stadion Gelora BJ Habibie in Parepare with their backs against the wall, sitting 16th in the standings after five matches without a win (three draws, two losses). Their recent form has been frustrating, with three draws and two losses in the last five outings, scoring just four goals while conceding six, which points to a defense that's holding up but an attack that's firing blanks. At home, they've been decent, picking up draws against Persijap Jepara and Bhayangkara FC, but the pressure is mounting with fans calling for changes from coach Bernardo Tavares. No major injuries to report, so they'll likely line up in a 4-3-3 with players like Alex Tanque and Savio Roberto up top, relying on the passionate Juku Eja support to spark a breakthrough and finally grab those first points.
Persija Jakarta, the Macan Kemayoran, are in a more comfortable spot at 9th place, with two wins, two draws, and one loss from their opening five games. They've shown grit lately, with a mix of results including a 2-1 win over Persita Tangerang and a 1-1 draw against Dewa United, netting seven goals while shipping five – balanced but with room to sharpen up at the back. Away from home, they've been steady, earning a point at Bhayangkara, and coach Mauricio Souza can call on a full squad despite Gustavo Franca being absent for personal reasons. Expect a 4-2-3-1 setup with Jordi Amat anchoring the defense and Hanif Sjahbandi pulling strings in midfield, looking to capitalize on PSM's woes and climb higher in the table.
Head to Head
The rivalry between PSM Makassar and Persija Jakarta has been a cracker over the years, with the sides meeting six times in the last three seasons. Persija hold the edge with two wins to PSM's one, plus three draws, often in tight, low-scoring battles that average around 2.0 goals per game. Their most recent encounter was a gritty 0-0 stalemate earlier this season, where defenses ruled the day. At the Gelora BJ Habibie, PSM have been tougher to beat, drawing the last two home games against Persija, including a 1-1 thriller last year. Both teams have scored in half of those clashes, but clean sheets have been the norm lately – Persija's last win here was back in 2022, so the hosts carry that fighting spirit into this one.
Prediction
Given PSM Makassar's desperation for a first win and the home boost from their fired-up fans, but Persija's steadier form and defensive nous on the road, I'm seeing this as a cagey affair ending in a 1-1 draw. PSM might nick an early goal through Tanque on a set piece, but Persija's Sjahbandi will level it with a counter before the break. Persija's win-or-draw probability hovers at about 60%, making them the safer pick in what should be a tense, midfield-dominated scrap – watch for those dead-ball situations to tip the scales!
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