- PSS Sleman have won three consecutive Liga 1 games on the spin
Madura United have won and lost their last two home games
PSS Sleman have the better recent record in this fixture
PSS are playing with belief after three wins on the trot
PSS, who sit 16th in Liga 1 2024-2025 with 31 points from 33 games, could do with another win to avoid the drop in this ‘life-or-death’ clash with 14th-placed Madura United, who have 36 points from the same number of games.
PSS have played better since Pieter Huistra took charge in February, finding some tactical cohesion that has seen them win their last three games on the bounce. Their most recent win was a gutsy 2-1 victory away at PSIS, which will give them confidence for this Madura United F.C. vs PSS Sleman prediction with 14th-placed Madura United.
Gustavo Tocantins is on fire for PSS right now, having bagged four of his club’s last seven goals, while Kim Kurniawan is a solid presence in midfield and Fandry Imbiri is a leader in defense. But it is Tocantins who could be the difference-maker in this match.
Madura need more than a goal to guarantee survival
Madura have won three of their past five matches in all competitions, losing twice.
A return to winning form came three days ago with a 2-0 win away at Bali United, which followed back-to-back defeats in their previous games.
Alfredo Vera has brought a sense of balance and discipline to Madura since taking over in January and this side, which can play a 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 system, is always looking to control the game with its build-up play and good transition.
Hugo Gomes is the conductor, Beto Gonçalves the most reliable finisher, while Felipe Cadenazzi offers a physical presence up front and a threat in the air. For those interested in detailed insights, our Madura United F.C. vs PSS Sleman preview provides further analysis of the head-to-head strengths.
Draw no bet odds look attractive for visitors
The betting odds of -142 for PSS are very attractive when considering Madura are +355 to win this, but the hosts will not be an easy mark.
PSS have won one and lost one of their two away games in Liga 1 since Huistra took over, while Madura have won six, drawn three and lost seven at home this season, conceding an average of 1.5 goals per game.
This Madura United F.C. vs PSS Sleman betting tips highlights that Madura’s recent home record is one win and one defeat, which shows they can be vulnerable at home. PSS are in good form and their recent history against Madura is encouraging, so the away side is recommended to edge out a close win in this tense relegation showdown.
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