Persija vs Arema: Can Shin Tae-yong Lead a Comeback?

Indonesia Super League  -  Persija Jakarta VS Arema FC
Match Time:21-10-2026 20:00 Wednesday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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Persija Jakarta will host Arema FC in the sixth week of the 2026/2027 BRI Super League at Patriot Stadium on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. The match is scheduled to kick off at 7:00 p.m. Western Indonesian Time (WIB).

Team Analysis:
Persija Jakarta and Arema FC will both be looking to bounce back after suffering defeats in week five, with Persija aiming to fix their vulnerability against quick counterattacks. Meanwhile, Arema must strengthen their shaky defense after conceding nine goals in their last four matches, putting extra pressure on goalkeeper Adi Satryo.

Player Situation:
Persija Jakarta will line up in a 4-3-3 formation under Shin Tae-yong, with Alexander Jeremejeff leading the attack alongside Kwon Chang-hoon and Arlyansyah Abdulmanan. Arema FC will also use a 4-3-3 system under Marcos Santos, with Samuel Otusanya supported by Marcos Vinicius and Gabriel Silva up front.

Result Prediction:
Persija Jakarta need to tighten their defense after conceding three goals against Persita, with Shin Tae-yong looking to prevent similar mistakes against Arema FC. Despite their defensive struggles, Arema have scored 11 goals and remain dangerous from set pieces, especially corner kicks.

Predicted Result: Persija Jakarta 3-1 Arema FC.