BRI LIGA 1 : Persib Bandung vs Bali United (Friday, 18 April)

Match Preview

Persib Bandung will host Bali United on Friday, April 18, 2025 at the Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium in a crucial Liga 1 Indonesia match. Persib currently leads the league with 58 points, eight ahead of second-placed Dewa United. A win will solidify their position at the top of the table.

Bali United are in ninth place with 41 points and haven’t won in their last six matches. Despite their struggles, they remain a dangerous side with the ability to challenge Persib, especially given the competitive nature of their recent encounters.

Head to Head and Stats

• Last 5 Meetings:
  Jan 7, 2025 – Bali United 1–1 Persib Bandung
  May 18, 2024 – Persib Bandung 3–0 Bali United
  May 14, 2024 – Bali United 1–1 Persib Bandung
  Dec 18, 2023 – Bali United 0–0 Persib Bandung
  Aug 3, 2023 – Persib Bandung 0–0 Bali United

• Persib Bandung – Last 5 Matches:
  Feb 22 – Persib 0–0 Madura United
  Mar 1 – Persebaya 4–1 Persib
  Mar 5 – Persib 4–1 Persik
  Mar 10 – Semen Padang 1–4 Persib
  Apr 11 – Borneo 2–2 Persib

• Bali United – Last 5 Matches:
  Feb 24 – Barito Putera 3–1 Bali United
  Mar 2 – Bali United 1–1 Persita
  Mar 6 – Persis Solo 2–2 Bali United
  Mar 11 – Bali United 0–2 PSBS Biak
  Apr 10 – Bali United 0–0 Dewa United

Predicted Lineups

Persib Bandung (4-3-3):
Kevin Mendoza; Kakang Rudianto, Gustavo Franca, Nick Kuipers, Edo Febriansah; Marc Klok, Adam Alis, Mateo Kocijan; Beckham Putra, Gervane Kastaneer, Ciro Alves.
Coach: Bojan Hodak.

Bali United (4-3-3):
Adilson Maringa; Andhika Wijaya, Kadek Arel, Elias Dolah, Ricky Fajrin; Kadek Agung, Brandon Wilson, Irfan Jaya; Rahmat Arjuna, Boris Kopitovic, Privat Mbarga.
Coach: Stefano Cugurra.

Score Prediction

Persib have been in excellent attacking form, especially at home, and are determined to secure the league title. Bali United, on the other hand, are under pressure to end their winless streak. Expect a tense but entertaining clash.

Predicted Score: Persib Bandung 2–1 Bali United
Over/Under: Over 2.5 goals
Both Teams To Score (BTTS): Yes