Match preview — Jepara hosts a clash with clear contrasts
Jepara’s Stadion Gelora Bumi Kartini will host Persijap against Dewa United on 12/01/2026 in Round 17 of Liga 1, and the picture heading into kick-off is defined by two teams on very different trajectories. Persijap arrive rooted to the foot of the table, propping up 17th place with just nine points from 16 matches and one solitary draw in their last ten fixtures. Their most recent outing ended in a 2-0 loss to Persija, with R. Saepul the standout performer on a day Persijap failed to convert chances into tangible results. Confidence is thin and the numbers underline their struggles: 14 goals scored versus 30 conceded and only one clean sheet at home so far.
Opposite them, Dewa United sit slightly higher in 14th with 17 points and a far more mixed run of form. Their recent slate contains convincing highs — notably a 5-1 demolition of Persis Solo — alongside narrow defeats and a goalless draw at Bali United. In their most recent match they fell 1-0 to Bhayangkara where Septian Bagaskara earned plaudits despite the result. Dewa’s overall goal return (17 scored, 24 conceded) suggests they are capable of hitting the back of the net, though their away numbers show an unexpected fragility in front of goal.
Tactical narrative and what to expect
This encounter looks likely to be a battle between Persijap’s defensive frailties and Dewa United’s inconsistent attacking output on the road. Persijap’s home matches have seen more open play — their over 2.5 goals percentage sits at a notable 62.5% — while Dewa United’s away return paints a grimmer picture, with only two away goals recorded so far. That dichotomy hints at a match where possession and territory might not translate into clear-cut scoring for the visitors, even as they remain the bookmakers’ choice.
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Betting suggestion
Bookmakers make Dewa United the clear favorite at 1.75, and that assessment aligns with Persijap’s alarming form and defensive record. Despite the visitors’ modest away scoring figures, the most realistic outcome given the data is a narrow win for Dewa United. The recommended play on the 1X2 market is a Dewa United victory (away) at the available odds — a value-backed selection given Persijap’s inability to secure positive results and Dewa’s capacity to grind out wins even when not at their most fluent. Stake cautiously and consider smaller units to account for Dewa’s away inconsistencies.
