Form lines tell the story as Persijap host in Jepara
Persijap arrive at Stadion Gelora Bumi Kartini strapped to a worrying run of results. Sitting 16th in the Liga 1 table with just eight points from 13 matches, the home side have lost nine times and registered only two wins. Their recent results read like a warning sign — a sequence of defeats punctuated only by a single win and a draw — and defensively they’ve been porous, shipping 23 goals so far. Home figures are especially sobering: six goals scored and 11 conceded at the Gelora Bumi Kartini, where clean sheets have been a rarity. The last competitive meeting between these two teams ended 0-0, but on current form Persijap has struggled to turn performances into points; even the standout performers in recent weeks like Rizki Hidayat couldn’t stave off a 3-2 loss to PSBS Biak Numfor.
PSIM Yogyakarta arrive in control and dangerous on the counter
PSIM Yogyakarta make the trip with confidence. Occupying sixth place, they’ve been far more consistent — six wins, four draws and only three defeats — and boast a goal return that, while not explosive, is steady. Their latest sequence includes multiple victories and a competitive draw away to Persis Solo; at the back they’ve collected five clean sheets this season, evidence of a side that can grind results and capitalise on opposition mistakes. PSIM’s recent loss to Persija was a setback, but not reflective of a team without defensive bite — Fahreza Sudin was among the better performers in that match despite the defeat.
How the matchup shapes up and what to expect
Tactically, this should be a contest between Persijap’s need to chase the game and PSIM’s discipline on the road. Persijap’s matches have tended to produce goals overall — a high proportion of their fixtures have ended over 2.5 goals — but their defensive frailties mean they are vulnerable to a well-organised away side. PSIM’s away record shows they concede less often than Persijap at home, and their ability to pick moments to press high makes them a threat on transitions. The bookies still give a slight nod to the home side (odds favouring Persijap at 2.25), but the underlying numbers suggest PSIM are the smarter punt if you trust recent form over home bias.
Final betting suggestion
Given the contrast in form, the clearest value here lies on the 1X2 market: back PSIM Yogyakarta to win. Their defensive solidity, recent collection of positive results and Persijap’s alarming home vulnerability make the away win the most logical single-selection play. If you prefer a goals angle, consider that Persijap’s fixtures have often produced more than 2.5 goals — but for a single recommended bet, take PSIM to win on the 1X2 market, staking conservatively.
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