PSIM Yogyakarta, a promoted team in the Indonesia Super League, possesses limited overall strength but adopts a stable playing style. Their forward line's finishing ability is decent, complemented by a relatively solid defence. Their recent competitive form has been notably consistent, with an impressive start to the new season, remaining undefeated in the first four league matches (two wins and two draws). Their recent league performance is stable, achieving three wins, one draw, and one loss, placing them sixth in the league. PSBS Biak Numfor, also a promoted team from the previous season in the Indonesia Super League, has a decent squad composition and an attacking style of play, demonstrating strong offensive capabilities. Their defence has also performed reasonably well. Last season, they exhibited a marked home advantage, finishing ninth in the league. In the new season, they suffered a 1-4 defeat to Persikabo 1973 in the first round. In the first ten league matches, they only managed one win, three draws, and six losses, with their attack struggling. However, their recent home form has significantly improved, achieving two wins and one draw, remaining unbeaten.