The battle at Stadion Batakan promises to be a tactical duel between Pusamania Borneo and PSM Makassar, with each side eager to claim three points. Borneo’s attacking philosophy and pressing intensity could open up spaces for counters, while PSM’s solid defensive organization and quick transitions might decide the game.
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Both teams have demonstrated goal-scoring capabilities, but recent matches show solid defensive organization. Expect both teams to score, but the game could lean towards over 2.5 goals due to their attacking strengths.
An over 2.5 goals bet appears promising, as both teams have the attacking firepower and some defensive vulnerabilities that could lead to multiple goal scenarios.
The first half is likely to be a cautious affair, with both sides feeling each other out. The full-time prediction remains evenly matched, with chances for either side to secure a draw, especially given their recent seesaw encounters.
The most probable outcome is a double chance on PSM Makassar or a draw, with a 45% chance for each. Given recent 1-1 ties and PSM's slight edge in head-to-head history, betting on a draw or away win offers good value.
Pusamania Borneo vs PSM Makassar on January 3, 2026, is expected to be a tightly contested encounter with the potential for an over 2.5 goals outcome. PSM Makassar's away form and recent results tilt the edge slightly in their favor for a draw or win.
Historically, PSM Makassar and Pusamania Borneo have shared a fairly balanced rivalry, with recent encounters often ending in draws or narrow wins for either side. The last meeting finished 1-1, indicating a closely fought contest likely to continue in a similar vein.
There are no significant injury concerns reported for either side ahead of the fixture, allowing both coaches to deploy their strongest available lineups.
Expected formations include a 4-3-3 for Pusamania Borneo emphasizing their attacking style and a 4-2-3-1 for PSM Makassar to balance midfield control with counter-attacking options.
Both teams come into the game with mixed recent results but PSM Makassar shows more resilience in away fixtures, while Borneo’s recent form indicates a strong attack with defensive vulnerabilities.
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Historically, PSM Makassar has shown strong offensive capabilities with an average of 2.0 goals per game in recent matches against Pusamania Borneo, while Borneo has been more defensively solid but less prolific in attack. This suggests an evenly balanced contest with potential for goal-scoring opportunities on both sides.
The predicted outcome favors PSM Makassar with a probability of either winning or securing a draw, supported by recent form that shows they have achieved a higher success rate in away matches and more recent victories compared to Pusamania Borneo. The matchup is expected to be competitive with a slight edge to PSM.
Pusamania Borneo typically prefers an attacking style, confirmed by their high goal average of 1.9 in recent games and their tendency for an aggressive pressing game. PSM Makassar, on the other hand, leans towards a more balanced approach but also demonstrates strong counter-attacking tactics, which could influence gameplay dynamics.
Expect a closely contested game with both teams likely to adopt tactical rigors. Pusamania Borneo might keep a high pressing intensity, searching for early goals, while PSM Makassar could exploit spaces on the counter-attack. Formation-wise, Borneo could line up in a 4-3-3 to emphasize their attacking tendencies, while PSM might opt for a 4-2-3-1 to maintain midfield control. These differences could result in a game that is evenly poised, with opportunities for both teams depending on how well they implement their tactical plans.
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