Borneo vs Persik Prediction: White Tiger Ready to Coup Persija in Pesut Etam’s Cage!

Gilabola.com – Borneo FC has a big chance of maintaining their perfect record this season when they host Persik Kediri, but the White Tigers also come with strong ambitions to penetrate the top four of the standings and have the potential to overtake Persija Jakarta.

This hot duel will take place at the Segiri Stadium, Samarinda, Saturday (18/10/2025) at 15.30 WIB, in the continuation of week 9 of the BRI Liga 1 season 2025/2026.

Borneo Aims for Seven Consecutive Wins

The Pesut Etam squad is really on fire. Under the guidance of Fabio Lefundes, Borneo FC has appeared very impressive this season. Of the last six matches, they swept them all with wins, scoring 12 goals, and conceding only 3 times.

A collection of 18 points puts them firmly at the top of the standings and is the only team that has not been defeated since the start of the season.

Full support from the Samarinda public will certainly be a big encouragement for them to extend this positive record to seven consecutive wins.

Persik Ambitious of Persija Coup

On the other hand, Persik Kediri did not come just to survive. After achieving two consecutive wins, including a 2-0 win over Persijap Jepara, Ong Kim Swee’s team is now in eighth place with 10 points from six matches. They are only one point away from Persija Jakarta who are in the top four.

“Playing against a team that is in a higher position in the standings is an opportunity to prove that Persik is a solid team,” said Ong Kim Swee.

This big ambition is what makes this match not just a three-point battle, but also a test of mentality and quality of play.

Head to Head: Borneo Slightly Superior

In terms of meeting record, Borneo FC is more dominant. In the last eight meetings, they achieved four wins, two draws and two defeats. Even so, Persik is not without opportunities.

They humiliated Borneo 4-0 at the end of last year, proof that the hosts’ dominance can still be shaken.

Last Five Meetings

• 05/23/2025: Persik 1–2 Borneo FC
• 12/27/2024: Borneo FC 0–4 Persik
• 02/11/2023: Borneo FC 3–0 Persik
• 03/07/2023: Persik 1–1 Borneo FC
• 01/30/2023: Borneo FC 2–0 Persik

Player Lineup Prediction

Borneo FC is likely to still rely on its best squad to maintain consistency. Meanwhile, Persik is predicted not to change the composition much after two consecutive wins.

• Kalimantan FC: Nadeo (GK), Nduwarugira, Komang Teguh, Fajar, Westherley, Villa, Hirose, Rivaldo, Silva Dos Santos, Maicon, Peralta.
• Persik Kediri: Husna The Malik (GK), Carneir, Henhen, Mukhtorov, Yoga Adiyatama, Lugean Park, Castanhire, Wallian, Rodriguese, Aid, Ladera Land.

Score Prediction: Borneo FC vs Persik Kediri final score 2-1