Liga 1 Gameweek 5

Persita vs NS Persija

Utama Sport Center Kelapa Dua

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Futmetrix Verdict
94
Persita
vs
Persija
Sat, Oct 17 โ€ข 12:00 Indonesia
โšก Form 100
โš–๏ธ Balance 63
๐Ÿ† Stakes 100
โญ Stars 100
Undefeated sides clash in title race.

Win Probability

  • Persita 18%
  • Draw 24%
  • Persija 59%

Futmetrix AI estimate

Top of the Table Clash Beckons

Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 94/100. This clash of undefeated sides offers a massive early test of both teams' championship credentials.

The Setup

The title race heats up at the Utama Sport Center Kelapa Dua on October 17, 2026, as fifth-placed Persita host league leaders Persija. The visitors arrive boasting an immaculate Form rating, having strung together four consecutive victories while conceding just a single goal to open their campaign. Meanwhile, the home side remain unbeaten themselves and are eager to close the four-point gap. The Stakes are massive for a regular-season encounter; a home win blows the championship chase wide open, while an away triumph cements the visitors' iron grip on the summit.

Key Battle

With both sides averaging plenty of goals, the Balance of this fixture hinges on structural discipline. The home midfield's ability to orchestrate attacking sequences will face a severe examination against an away back line that has been almost entirely unyielding this season. Whichever unit dictates the tempo in the middle third will likely secure the result.

Our Prediction

We expect the visitors to edge a fiercely contested match. While the hosts pack plenty of offensive punch, the away side's superior Stars rating and unbreakable defense should see them absorb the pressure and snatch a narrow victory on the road.

Key Questions

Should I watch this match?

Absolutely. It is a thrilling top-of-the-table clash between two undefeated sides in excellent condition.

What's the predicted outcome?

We expect a narrow, hard-fought away victory for the current league leaders.

Where are Persita and Persija in the league table?

Persija sit firmly at the top of the table, while Persita trail in fifth place.

What is Persija's current form?

They boast a flawless record, having won all four of their opening league fixtures.

What does this mean for the title race?

A win for the visitors extends their lead, while a home victory tightens the chasing pack.

What is the Futmetrix Score?

The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
08/10/2025 Persija 4 - 0 Persita Liga 1 Bung Karno Stadium
01/19/2025 Persija 2 - 0 Persita Liga 1 Jakarta International Stadium
08/18/2024 Persita 0 - 0 Persija Liga 1 Stadion Sultan Agung
12/03/2023 Persija 1 - 1 Persita Liga 1 Stadion Utama Gelora Bung Karno
07/22/2023 Persita 1 - 0 Persija Liga 1 Indomilk Arena
03/28/2023 Persita 1 - 0 Persija Liga 1 Indomilk Arena
08/10/2025
Liga 1 Bung Karno Stadium
01/19/2025
Liga 1 Jakarta International Stadium
08/18/2024
Liga 1 Stadion Sultan Agung
12/03/2023
Liga 1 Stadion Utama Gelora Bung Karno
07/22/2023
Liga 1 Indomilk Arena
03/28/2023
Liga 1 Indomilk Arena
Persita Win
Persija Win
Draw

Season Statistics

5
League Position
1
8
Points
12
8
Goals Scored
8
6
Goals Conceded
1

League Standings

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Persija 4 12 8 1 +7 WPSIM Yogyakarta 0 - 4 Persija (10-10-2026)WPersija 1 - 0 Java United (19-09-2026)WPersija 2 - 1 Persib Bandung (12-09-2026)WPusamania Borneo 0 - 1 Persija (05-09-2026)
2 Dewa United 4 10 8 4 +4 WDewa United 2 - 1 PSS Sleman (20-09-2026)WPusamania Borneo 1 - 3 Dewa United (16-09-2026)DDewa United 2 - 2 Bhayangkara FC (11-09-2026)WPersik Kediri 0 - 1 Dewa United (05-09-2026)
3 Bali United 4 9 12 4 +8 WBali United 6 - 1 Persijap (10-10-2026)LPusamania Borneo 1 - 0 Bali United (20-09-2026)WBali United 4 - 1 Isenmulang Kalteng (12-09-2026)WBali United 2 - 1 PSS Sleman (04-09-2026)
4 Persepam Madura Utd 4 9 7 4 +3 LPersik Kediri 2 - 0 Persepam Madura Utd (09-10-2026)WPersepam Madura Utd 2 - 1 PSIM Yogyakarta (18-09-2026)WPSS Sleman 1 - 3 Persepam Madura Utd (12-09-2026)WPersepam Madura Utd 2 - 0 Persijap (06-09-2026)
5 Persita 4 8 8 6 +2 WPersita 2 - 1 Garudayaksa (10-10-2026)DPSM Makassar 2 - 2 Persita (19-09-2026)WPersita 3 - 2 Java United (13-09-2026)DPSIM Yogyakarta 1 - 1 Persita (05-09-2026)
6 Persebaya Surabaya 4 8 4 2 +2 WIsenmulang Kalteng 0 - 1 Persebaya Surabaya (09-10-2026)DPersebaya Surabaya 1 - 1 Garudayaksa (19-09-2026)WPersebaya Surabaya 1 - 0 PSIM Yogyakarta (13-09-2026)DBhayangkara FC 1 - 1 Persebaya Surabaya (05-09-2026)
7 Persik Kediri 4 7 5 2 +3 WPersik Kediri 2 - 0 Persepam Madura Utd (09-10-2026)DArema FC 1 - 1 Persik Kediri (18-09-2026)WGarudayaksa 0 - 2 Persik Kediri (11-09-2026)LPersik Kediri 0 - 1 Dewa United (05-09-2026)
8 Arema FC 4 6 10 6 +4 DArema FC 2 - 2 Bhayangkara FC (10-10-2026)DArema FC 1 - 1 Persik Kediri (18-09-2026)DPSM Makassar 3 - 3 Arema FC (13-09-2026)WArema FC 4 - 0 Isenmulang Kalteng (04-09-2026)
9 Bhayangkara FC 4 6 7 5 +2 DArema FC 2 - 2 Bhayangkara FC (10-10-2026)WBhayangkara FC 2 - 0 Isenmulang Kalteng (19-09-2026)DDewa United 2 - 2 Bhayangkara FC (11-09-2026)DBhayangkara FC 1 - 1 Persebaya Surabaya (05-09-2026)
10 Persib Bandung 3 6 6 4 +2 WPersijap 1 - 2 Persib Bandung (20-09-2026)LPersija 2 - 1 Persib Bandung (12-09-2026)WPersib Bandung 3 - 1 PSM Makassar (06-09-2026)
11 Pusamania Borneo 4 6 3 4 -1 WPusamania Borneo 1 - 0 Bali United (20-09-2026)LPusamania Borneo 1 - 3 Dewa United (16-09-2026)WPersijap 0 - 1 Pusamania Borneo (12-09-2026)LPusamania Borneo 0 - 1 Persija (05-09-2026)
12 PSM Makassar 3 2 6 8 -2 DPSM Makassar 2 - 2 Persita (19-09-2026)DPSM Makassar 3 - 3 Arema FC (13-09-2026)LPersib Bandung 3 - 1 PSM Makassar (06-09-2026)
13 Garudayaksa 4 2 3 6 -3 LPersita 2 - 1 Garudayaksa (10-10-2026)DPersebaya Surabaya 1 - 1 Garudayaksa (19-09-2026)LGarudayaksa 0 - 2 Persik Kediri (11-09-2026)DJava United 1 - 1 Garudayaksa (06-09-2026)
14 PSIM Yogyakarta 4 1 2 8 -6 LPSIM Yogyakarta 0 - 4 Persija (10-10-2026)LPersepam Madura Utd 2 - 1 PSIM Yogyakarta (18-09-2026)LPersebaya Surabaya 1 - 0 PSIM Yogyakarta (13-09-2026)DPSIM Yogyakarta 1 - 1 Persita (05-09-2026)
15 PSS Sleman 3 0 3 7 -4 LDewa United 2 - 1 PSS Sleman (20-09-2026)LPSS Sleman 1 - 3 Persepam Madura Utd (12-09-2026)LBali United 2 - 1 PSS Sleman (04-09-2026)
16 Persijap 4 0 2 11 -9 LBali United 6 - 1 Persijap (10-10-2026)LPersijap 1 - 2 Persib Bandung (20-09-2026)LPersijap 0 - 1 Pusamania Borneo (12-09-2026)LPersepam Madura Utd 2 - 0 Persijap (06-09-2026)
17 Java United 3 -1 3 5 -2 LPersija 1 - 0 Java United (19-09-2026)LPersita 3 - 2 Java United (13-09-2026)DJava United 1 - 1 Garudayaksa (06-09-2026)
18 Isenmulang Kalteng 4 -2 1 11 -10 LIsenmulang Kalteng 0 - 1 Persebaya Surabaya (09-10-2026)LBhayangkara FC 2 - 0 Isenmulang Kalteng (19-09-2026)LBali United 4 - 1 Isenmulang Kalteng (12-09-2026)LArema FC 4 - 0 Isenmulang Kalteng (04-09-2026)

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