TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The match in the 17th week of the Super League 2025/2026 will pit Persib Bandung against Persija Jakarta. This classic encounter will take place at the Gelora Bandung Lautan Api (GBLA) Stadium in the city of Bandung, Indonesia, on Sunday, January 11, 2026. The match is scheduled to kick off at 3:30 PM (WIB) and will be broadcast live by Indosiar and Vidio.
An exciting duel is expected in this match as both teams need a full three points to top the temporary standings of the first round of the Super League season. Both Persib and Persija have collected 35 points, trailing the current leaders, Borneo FC, by two points.
Persib's coach, Bojan Hodak, stated that all preparations have been completed, and his players are ready to defeat Persija. He is confident that his team, known as Maung Bandung, can secure a victory. The team has a strong record against the Macan Kemayoran, never losing in the last four matches.
The Croatian tactician hopes to continue this impressive record against Persija in their first meeting of the season. "We have played twice at home and twice away. In the two home matches, we won, and I hope we can continue that tomorrow and maintain our good record," said Bojan during the press conference before the match at the GBLA Stadium media room on Saturday, January 10, 2026.
He highlighted the pressure that Rizky Ridho and his friends are currently facing ahead of the upcoming match. According to him, Persija will certainly feel more pressure as they are playing in front of tens of thousands of bobotoh, Persib's supporters.
"They are a good team, the team that spends the most on foreign players, and I think they are under pressure to win the league. But this is a match to be played in Bandung, and I hope we can win," he said.
On the other side, Persija's coach, Mauricio Souza, stated that his players are highly motivated to face the match against Persib and take home the full three points. "I am ready and believe in our players coming to Bandung to get the three points," said Souza.
Predicted Lineups
Persib will undoubtedly be without several key players. Saddil Ramdani is absent due to a suspension after receiving a red card in the match against Persik Kediri. Additionally, Persib's striker, Andrew Jung, has been confirmed to miss the match due to injury.
Bojan also has doubts about some of his players participating in the match against Persija due to injuries. Midfielder Luciano Guaycochea is likely to be absent due to fatigue. "Lucho (Luciano) has a bit of muscle pain due to fatigue. He just felt it two days ago, so I don't know if he will be able to play. I still need to assess him," he said.
Meanwhile, defender Federico Barba is also likely not to be fielded as he has not fully recovered from his injury. Bojan stated that the Italian player's condition has improved, and if Persib needs Barba's contribution in the match against Persija, he could still be forced to play.
"Now he is feeling better, but still not one hundred percent. However, if we need him in this match, he can use a painkiller and if we need him, he can play," he said.
Persija is also in an unfavorable position as several of their players will be absent from the match. Fabio Calonego will be sidelined due to a red card suspension. Additionally, Ryo Matsumura is confirmed to not play due to disciplinary sanctions. "I regret the punishment received by Ryo," said Souza.
The Macan Kemayoran also may not be able to field Gustavo Almeida, Jordi Amat, and Maxwell Souza, who are still hindered by injuries. Despite not being able to field their best team, Souza remains optimistic that his squad can trouble Maung Bandung on their home turf.
Projected Lineups for Persib vs Persija
Persib: Teja Paku Alam; Patricio Matricardi, Julio Cesar, Eliano Reijnders, Kakang Rudianto; Marc Klok, Thom Haye, Adam Alis; Berguinho, Uilliam Barros, and Ramon Tanque.
Persija: Carlos Eduardo; Rizky Ridho, Dony Tri Pamungkas, Jordi Amat, Bruno Turabao; Gustavo Franca, Sousa, Maxwell Souza; Eksel Runtukahu, and Rayhan Hanan.
Last 5 Meetings
Persib still has the upper hand over Persija in their last five encounters in the highest football competition in the country. Persib won twice, drew twice, and lost once.
Here are the last five meetings of Persib vs Persija:
Persija 2-2 Persib on February 16, 2025
Persib 2-0 Persija on February 16, 2024
Persib 2-1 Persija on March 9, 2024
Persija 1-1 Persib on September 2, 2023
Persija 2-0 Persib on March 31, 2023
Prediction for the Persib vs Persija Match
The match is likely to be intense from the moment the referee blows the whistle to start the game. Both teams will be equally determined to breach each other's goals in the upcoming match.
Riphan Pradipta, a football observer from Bandung, predicts that the match will end in a draw. According to him, the upcoming match is a preview of the final match of the Super League. "The prediction will be interesting. I predict the match will end in a draw," said Riphan on December 28, 2025.
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