Persis Solo Focus on Neutralizing Barito Set-Pieces, Renan Alves the Main Threat
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- Persis Solo menyiapkan strategi khusus untuk menetralisir bola mati Barito Putera, terutama peran bek Renan Alves yang telah mencetak lima gol.
- Barito Putera datang dengan modal tiga kemenangan beruntun, sementara Persis belum menang dalam lima laga terakhir.
- Pelatih caretaker Dedy Gusmawan menekankan pentingnya disiplin dan fokus sepanjang pertandingan, bukan hanya mengantisipasi set-piece.
Persis Solo face a stern test when they travel to Barito Putera's home ground in the continuation of the Pegadaian Championship 2026/2027 at Stadion 17 Mei, Banjarmasin, on Friday (30/10/2026) afternoon WIB. Laskar Sambernyawa must not only end their winless run but also contain one of their opponent's deadliest weapons: set-pieces.
Barito Putera are currently in impressive form. They have won three matches in a row against Persiba Balikpapan (2-0), De Red (2-0), and PSBS Biak (3-0). Persis, by contrast, remain stuck in a five-match winless streak with four draws and one defeat. This makes the upcoming match crucial for both teams, especially for Persis as they try to climb out of their slump.
Persis caretaker coach Dedy Gusmawan acknowledged that his team had carried out a thorough evaluation after their last match. He hopes the players can execute the plan with high discipline. “We have done our evaluation and analysis. I hope the players can apply all the instructions in the match,” Dedy said on Thursday (29/10/2026).
Dedy specifically highlighted the danger of Barito's set-pieces, which have often been a source of goals. He named Renan Alves, a 191 cm defender, as the main threat. “We see Barito score a lot from set-pieces. There is Renan Alves and also Murilo, who is dangerous. We have anticipated it, and hopefully the players can carry out the instructions,” he explained.
Renan Alves is indeed a scourge for his opponents. Despite being a defender, the 33-year-old has already collected five goals, making him Barito's current top scorer. His ability in aerial duels and finishing inside the penalty box often makes him the one to break the deadlock. Persis do not want to be caught out again.
“We must be focused and disciplined. Not only set-pieces, we are also wary of Barito's open play because they are dangerous from open situations too,” Dedy stressed.
Beyond tactics, the players' physical condition is also a concern. Persis defender Novan Setya Sasongko confirmed that all his teammates are ready for battle. “Preparation has gone well, no one is injured, everyone is fit. We hope to get a win and carry out the game plan to the maximum,” Novan said.
This match is also a chance for Persis to prove they can escape the pressure. With five matches without a win, their position in the standings could sink further if they fail to take points in Banjarmasin. On the other side, Barito are eager to continue their positive run and pull away from the chasing teams.
It will be interesting to see how Persis plan to neutralize Barito's aerial superiority, especially Renan Alves. Will they apply tight individual marking or rely on a compact defensive organization? Either way, this match will be a tactical test for Dedy Gusmawan in his effort to lift Laskar Sambernyawa's performance.
