VS Persipura PSM Prediction: Asa Juku on the way to the champion

On the back line, Robert also continued to believe in Zulkifki Syukur's ability to reduce Persipura's attacks on the left side. Robert ruled out the possibility of playing against Asnawi Mangkualam, who has behaved well in the Indonesian Under-19 national team.

"Of course, Asnawi is better suited as a midfielder and I also point out that the level of Ligue 1 is clearly different from that of under-19s," Robert said.

In front row, Robert still doubts the aptitude of Ferdinand Sinaga. That's why the Dutchman prefers Guy Junior as the main choice as the main striker. "Ferdinand took part in the training, but he could sit on the bench first," Robert said.

Meanwhile, Persipura arrived in Makbadar with great confidence after defeating Persebaya Surabaya 3-1 at the 28th week at Mandala Stadium in Jayapura (10/30/2018).

"I do not see victory over Persebaya as a measure, and in my opinion, the team and players have made good progress," said Persipura coach Osvaldo Lessa.

The Brazilian coach has seen a gap of PSM that the team can use. "We came to Makbadar with a three-point goal and we want to eliminate the remaining six parties with a win," said Osvaldo.

According to Osvaldo, Persipura has the ambition to return to the podium like previous seasons. "Persipura's place is in the high end, which is what we want to achieve at the end of this season," said Osvaldo.

Osvaldo added that Persipura's final matches were also aimed at evaluating the team's equipment for next season's championship competition. "We have a number of young players who can be the mainstay of next season and we are currently offering them many opportunities for development," said Osvaldo.