Persija Jakarta
- Persija have won four of their last five competitive matches, scoring over 10 goals in total, while our Persija Jakarta vs Persik Kediri prediction takes into account that Persik have only one win in their last five (D2, L2).
- The hosts are a true transition team, able to adapt their 4-3-3 system between a very tight and organised defensive shape and a fast-paced, vertical attacking game.
- Maurício Souza’s team make plenty of runs into the channels, especially through the centre-forward position, with Rizky Ridho and Jordi Amat providing plenty of aerial strength and reliability on the back line.
- Gustavo and Allano provide a creative spark in midfield, but they can also be a goal threat and are always a danger from set-pieces.
Persik Kediri
- Ong Kim Swee is a pragmatic coach who has brought a more disciplined approach to the side since his appointment in June 2025.
- The visitors prefer to keep the ball on the ground, play at a slower tempo and use a compact midfield to defend from the front, which is an important factor for this Persija Jakarta vs Persik Kediri betting tips analysis.
- José Enrique Rodríguez is the most reliable goal source for the away side, including the equaliser at Persebaya last time out.
Head-to-Head
Persija have won six of the last 10 meetings in all competitions, losing only twice, usually by a goal or less.
Key Players
- Eksel Runtukahu is a new acquisition that has bedded in quickly, coming off the bench to score timely goals on a couple of occasions, while top scorer Maxwell Souza scored a hat-trick at PSBS Biak and should be the focus of Persik’s defensive strategy.
- Gustavo and Allano provide a creative spark in midfield, but they can also be a goal threat and are always a danger from set-pieces.
- Their key players are Imanol García, who controls the game from the base of the midfield, scoring a few goals and providing an outlet, while Ezra Walian leads the team in assists and is the playmaker with the best ability to play in transition.
- José Enrique Rodríguez is the most reliable goal source for the away side, including the equaliser at Persebaya last time out.
Betting Insights
- Persija Jakarta are favorites at 1.48 to win this Thursday’s Liga 1 matchup against Persik Kediri, who are 5.93 underdogs with draw priced at 3.88. Based on the latest Persija Jakarta vs Persik Kediri betting tips, Persija’s home advantage could play a crucial role.
- Over 2.5 Goals is favored at 1.77 due to Persija’s form and the likely open nature of this contest.
Prediction
Persija have won their last two home games against Persik and with home-field advantage, the momentum and the superior goal threat, we’ll take them to extend that winning run to three with a 2-0 or 2-1 scoreline.
