Bali United
- Bali United’s 2-0 away defeat to Madura United last weekend interrupted their three-game winning streak in Liga 1.
- That dip puts their slim hopes of a top-five finish with only three matches to play against the odds.
- 8th-placed Bali United are on 45 points from 31 games.
- Dutch tactician Johnny Jansen has built his side around a structured possession-based 4-3-3 system.
- A few injury issues in recent weeks have stretched his selection.
- Jansen’s attack is spearheaded by the hold-up play and set-piece threat of Boris Kopitović.
- Midfielder Teppei Yachida has been the team’s spark since joining.
Borneo
- Borneo have 72 points from 31 matches with only three games left.
- They are level on points at the top of the Liga 1 standings with Persib.
- Borneo FC have won five in a row in Liga 1.
- The last two wins came against Persita (2-0) and PSBS Biak (5-1).
- Fabio Araujo Lefundes has imbued his squad with a Brazilian style of high tempo, high intensity pressing.
- The defence is anchored by Christophe Nduwarugira, Caxambu and keeper Nadeo Winata, and the team has one of the best defensive records in the league.
- Striker Mariano Peralta has scored 15-16 goals this season and added another in his side’s latest win.
- Winger Juan Villa has also bagged double figures.
- Spanish playmaker Koldo Obieta is tipped to provide chances.
Head-to-Head
Since 2016, Borneo FC Samarinda have won 9 of the 21 head-to-head matches with Bali United Pusam (D6, L6) .
Bali United
- Boris Kopitović - hold-up play and set-piece threat.
- Teppei Yachida - the team’s spark since joining.
Borneo
- Mariano Peralta - striker with 15-16 goals this season.
- Juan Villa - winger with double figures.
Betting Insights
- The preview favours Both Teams to Score - No due to Borneo’s defensive solidity.
- Back Borneo to win at odds of 1.67.
- Alternatives: Over 2.5 goals at 1.42 and Both Teams to Score - No at 2.46.
Prediction
- Borneo to win.
- Expect Both Teams to Score - No and a match with goals from Borneo’s attacking threats.
