Pegadaian Championship: PSPS Pekanbaru and De Red FC eye crucial victories

In the sixth week of the 2026/2027 Pegadaian Championship, PSPS Pekanbaru aims to maintain its position at the top of Group A as it hosts Persiku Kudus at Kaharuddin Nasution Stadium. Following a 2-1 victory over PSMS Medan, PSPS holds 12 points from five matches. Coach Akhyar Ilyas emphasized the need for discipline and focus, warning his players not to underestimate Persiku Kudus despite the opponent's recent difficulties.

Meanwhile, De Red FC seeks its first home victory of the season when hosting PS Barito Putera at Gelora 10 November Stadium. After recording two losses and one draw in their previous three home matches, coach Aji Santoso has utilized video analysis of Barito Putera to prepare his squad. Barito Putera enters the match with momentum following a 2-0 win against Persiba Balikpapan.