Arema FC vs PSM Makassar: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Arema prepare to host PSM Makassar on May 9, 2026, with kick-off at 10:30, this INDONESIA: Liga 1 fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Arema, currently 11th in the standings with 39 points from 31 games, trail the leaders by 33 points. They've earned 20 points from 15 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

PSM Makassar, sitting 13th with 34 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 16 points from 15 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals.

Recent meetings between Arema and PSM Makassar have favored Arema, with PSM Makassar claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-1). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Persik Kediri, Arema recorded a 2-3 defeat while lining up in a standard formation.

PSM Makassar's last outing came against Bhayangkara, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Arema are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Arema and PSM Makassar are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Arema's fixtures have averaged 3.2 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. PSM Makassar's games average 3.3 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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