Madura United coach Rakhmad Basuki said his team is highly motivated to face PSM Makassar in week 34 of the BRI Super League at Gelora Bangkalan Stadium, Bangkalan.
Quoted from the official I.League website, Saturday, Rakhmad explained that the motivation to avoid relegation was a whip to achieve victory against PSM Makassar.
He added that his team's preparations for this match had been good and went according to expectations, so they could achieve a positive result.
"We've prepared well, because tomorrow's target is to win. We'll carry the players' mentality and motivation into tomorrow's match to secure three points," said Rakhmad.
This match is a highly anticipated one, as it will determine the final team to be relegated. The two teams are Madura United and Persis Solo, separated by just one point.
This means Madura United needs to win the match to avoid being dependent on the results of Persis Solo's match against Persita Tangerang at the same time.
Meanwhile, Madura United captain Lulinha hopes supporters will fill the stadium to fight together in this crucial match, which will determine the team's fate next season.
"Preparations are good. We always give 100 percent in training to focus on the final match of the season. It's very important that the fans come to support us. My teammates and I will give our best for Madura United," said Lulinha.
Madura United is currently ranked 15th in the Super League standings with 32 points from 33 matches, just one point above the relegation zone.
