Persebaya vs Malut United: Tavares’ Debut Set for a Tight Clash

Indonesia Super League  -  Persebaya Surabaya VS Malut United
Match Time:10-01-2026 16:30 Saturday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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Bernardo Tavares is set to make his debut as Persebaya Surabaya head coach when they face Malut United in Week 17 of the BRI Super League. The match is scheduled for Saturday, January 9, with kickoff at 3:30 p.m. WIB. The game will take place at Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium.

Team Analysis:
Persebaya Surabaya enters the match on the back of nine unbeaten games, with key players like Bruno Moreira, Francisco Rivera, and Malik Risaldi expected to lead the team. Bernardo Tavares may need time to adapt, but the squad’s style is likely to remain consistent. Meanwhile, Malut United also boasts strong form, remaining unbeaten in 11 matches and relying on a collective attacking force rather than a single goal scorer.

Player Situation:
Persebaya will miss Mihailo Perovic due to a red card but can rely on Malik Risaldi and Diego Mauricio to strengthen their attack. Malut United’s defense is led by Gustavo Franca, a central defender who has scored four goals. His threat is especially notable in set-piece situations, making him a key player for the team.

Result Prediction:
The match is expected to be tightly contested, with Persebaya aiming to control play and Malut United looking for quick counterattacks. Midfield battles will likely decide the tempo and flow of the game. Considering both teams’ form and squad strength, a draw is the most likely outcome.

Predicted Result: Persebaya Surabaya 1-1 Malut United.