jpnn.com – Borneo FC is set to face Persib Bandung in a highly anticipated delayed Week 4 fixture of the BRI Super League 2025/26. The crucial encounter will take place at the Gelora Bandung Lautan Api (GBLA) Stadium on Friday, December 5, 2025, evening.
Known as Pesut Etam, Borneo FC has been intensifying its preparations for this significant showdown, focusing on every detail to ensure peak performance against their formidable opponent.
Pesut Etam Wary of Defending Champions Status
Borneo FC coach Fabio Lefundes has unequivocally stated that his team will not solely assess Maung Bandung (Persib) based on their current league standing. Despite Pesut Etam currently topping the provisional table while Persib occupies third place, Lefundes insists on recognizing Persib’s pedigree as two-time consecutive defending champions with undeniable quality.
Persib Bandung Vs Borneo FC: Strong Statement from Lefundes
“Firstly, these are two completely different things. I do not look at Persib based on the standings, especially since they still have two fewer games played,” Lefundes asserted during the pre-match press conference on Thursday, December 4, 2025.
Preparations Ahead of the Big Match
The Brazilian coach further emphasized that evaluating Persib cannot merely rely on the league table. He regards Persib as a robust team that consistently poses significant challenges for any opponent. “I have to view Persib as the defending league champions, two-time consecutive champions. We are fully aware this will be a difficult match. Our current condition is certainly better, and we aim to maintain that momentum,” Lefundes stressed, highlighting his team’s focus on consistency.
Furthermore, Lefundes acknowledged Borneo FC’s respect for Persib, yet underscored their unwavering objective: to deliver a consistent performance throughout the match to secure the maximum possible outcome.
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Meanwhile, Mariano Peralta, speaking on behalf of the players, confirmed that the entire squad is in battle-ready condition. He highlighted the team’s primary focus on physical recovery following a demanding schedule of previous matches.
“Our preparations have been going very well. We are concentrating on rest and energy recovery, which was challenging during earlier fixtures. We are very happy with our progress and genuinely hope to perform exceptionally well,” stated Peralta, who has already netted nine goals this season.
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Borneo FC is determined to rebound and return to winning ways after recently suffering their first defeat of the season against Bali United. This match against Persib presents a crucial opportunity for them to reassert their dominance.(mcr27/jpnn)
Summary
Borneo FC is set to face Persib Bandung in a delayed Week 4 BRI Super League fixture on Friday, December 5, 2025, at the GBLA Stadium. Coach Fabio Lefundes emphasized that his team will not underestimate Persib, despite Borneo FC currently leading the provisional table. He highlighted Persib’s status as a two-time consecutive defending champion, asserting that their quality and pedigree are undeniable regardless of current league standings. Lefundes acknowledged that the match would be difficult and required careful consideration.
Borneo FC has intensified its preparations, focusing on maintaining momentum and delivering a consistent performance to secure a maximum outcome. Player Mariano Peralta confirmed the squad’s readiness, with their primary focus on physical recovery from previous demanding matches. Following their first defeat of the season against Bali United, Borneo FC is determined to rebound and return to winning ways in this crucial encounter.