Teknowarta – Persib Bandung stands on the cusp of history as they prepare to face Persijap Jepara this Saturday, May 23, at the Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium. This pivotal match marks Week 34 of the Super League and will determine if the legendary “Maung Bandung” can secure an unprecedented third consecutive championship title.
The BRI Super League 2025/2026 crown is within Persib’s grasp. Holding a crucial two-point lead and a superior head-to-head record against their closest rivals, Borneo FC, places the advantage firmly with the Bandung giants. A simple draw against Persijap Jepara this afternoon would be enough to officially clinch the coveted title.
Persib’s stalwart defender, Federico Barba, emphasized the team’s unwavering focus heading into this decisive encounter. “I am extremely focused on this game. I believe the best part is that we are exactly where we want to be. We’ve reached this match, with everything in our hands, and we simply need to concentrate because it’s going to be a challenging game,” Barba stated, as quoted from the club’s official website.
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Despite Persib’s formidable record when playing at their home ground, Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium, the Italian defender remains cautious, treating the clash against Persijap as anything but easy. “So, we know we are very strong at home. We’re aware of that, but we are playing against a good team. Therefore, it will be tough, and my mind is solely on this, on this match,” Barba added, underscoring the team’s professional approach.
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For this season’s grand finale, Persib will contend without two key players: left-back Layvin Kurzawa and their captain, Marc Klok. “Everyone else is fine. Kurzawa is unavailable because he isn’t quite ready for this match. Marc (Klok) is also out due to accumulated yellow cards. But apart from them, everyone is prepared for the game,” confirmed head coach Bojan Hodak, reassuring fans about the team’s depth.
Meanwhile, Persijap Jepara arrives in Bandung free from relegation pressure, having already secured their Super League status for next season. Nevertheless, the “Laskar Kalinyamat” are determined to put forth their best performance and vie for a positive result. “We want to remain competitive and strive to achieve the best result we possibly can. Our playing style against Borneo will be the same against PERSIB. There might be a few changes within the team, but the mentality remains consistent,” affirmed Persijap Jepara coach, Mario Lemos.
Currently positioned 13th in the standings with 35 points, Persijap’s fate can still shift slightly. A victory over Persib would solidify their 13th-place finish. However, a loss, coupled with PSM Makassar’s potential win over Madura United in another fixture, could see them drop to 14th.
Head-to-head Persib vs Persijap
Persijap 2-1 Persib
Persib 5-0 Persijap
Persijap 1-1 Persib
Persib Bandung vs Persijap Jepara Match Details
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Kick-off: 16.00 WIB
Live Broadcast: Indosiar
Live Streaming: Vidio (https://www.vidio.com/live/19355-bri-super-league?schedule_id=5084143)
Score Prediction Persib vs Persijap: 3-1
Summary
Persib Bandung will face Persijap Jepara on Saturday