Indonesia Super League Clash: Tactical Analysis of Arema vs. Persita Tangerang – Key Performance Indicators and Statistical Insights

Persita Tangerang demonstrates a superior offensive efficiency, with a 22% conversion rate compared to Arema's 14%. Their expected goals (xG) efficiency is 1.32 versus Arema's 1.05. Persita Tangerang also excels in key passing, achieving a 68% success rate, significantly better than Arema's 54%. Furthermore, they lead in forward pass value, with 4.7 per 90 minutes, surpassing Arema's 3.2. In terms of midfield control, the away team averages 41 ball recoveries per match and boasts a transition attack speed of 7.2 seconds, 1.8 seconds faster than the home side. Persita Tangerang covers a greater distance, 112km versus Arema's 107km, and executes 198 high-intensity sprints, noticeably more than Arema's 165. Defensively, Persita Tangerang records 18 tackles (61% success rate), 12 interceptions, and 24 clearances, all exceeding Arema's figures by over 20%. Their attack creates 6.3 key passes, translating into 4.1 expected goals opportunities, with an 89% success rate in passes within the attacking third. In contrast, Arema manages only 3.7 key passes and 2.8 xG opportunities. Persita Tangerang exhibits dominance in both offensive conversion (22% vs. 14%) and high-value offensive finishing (65% vs. 48%). The overall xG comparison of 2.1-1.4, coupled with Persita Tangerang's 14 shots on target and 6 goals, confirms their statistical advantage. Prediction: Persita Tangerang +0.5