Liga 1 Regular Season - 5
Arema FC 1 - 2 FT Dewa United
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Arema FC
Midfielders
Lucas Frigeri
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B. Setiawan
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Yann Motta
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Matheus Blade
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Luiz Gustavo
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A. Farisi
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A. Fikri
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S. G. Balinsa
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Dalberto
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I. Puleio
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Paulinho Moccelin
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BENCH
D. Santoso
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D. Setiawan
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F. Arjidan
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A. Casvari
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M. Rifai
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J. Guevara
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A. Agusti
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S. Tuharea
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M. Iksan
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Odivan
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M. Marasabessy
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J. Hariono
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Dewa United
Midfielders
S. Stevens
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E. Febriansyah
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N. Kuipers
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B. Fatari
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R. Nurviat
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Jaja
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A. Messidoro
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R. Kambuaya
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S. Lilipaly
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Alex
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T. Marukawa
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BENCH
M. Natshir
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A. Setiawan
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K. Rizky
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Cassio Scheid
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E. Vikri
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S. Bagaskara
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W. Prasetyo
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T. Numberi
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F. Eka
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A. Ballah
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/13/2025 | Arema FC | 1 - 2 | Dewa United | Liga 1 | Kanjuruhan Stadium |
| 01/11/2025 | Dewa United | 2 - 0 | Arema FC | Liga 1 | Stadion Pakansari Bogor |
| 08/12/2024 | Arema FC | 0 - 0 | Dewa United | Liga 1 | Stadion Gelora Supriyadi |
| 11/02/2023 | Arema FC | 2 - 1 | Dewa United | Liga 1 | Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta |
| 07/02/2023 | Dewa United | 1 - 0 | Arema FC | Liga 1 | Indomilk Arena |
| 03/10/2023 | Arema FC | 0 - 0 | Dewa United | Liga 1 | PTIK Stadium |
09/13/2025
01/11/2025
08/12/2024
11/02/2023
07/02/2023
03/10/2023
Arema FC Win
Dewa United Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Dewa United Silence Kanjuruhan to Eliminate Arema
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 46/100. In a winner takes all scenario, Dewa United delivered a ruthless away performance to knock Arema FC out of the competition.
The Early Shockwave
A crunch match at Kanjuruhan Stadium delivered an early shockwave that stunned the home faithful. Dewa United arrived with a clear tactical blueprint, bypassing any conservative feeling-out process. Their aggressive intent paid off magnificently just twelve minutes into the contest. S. Lilipaly orchestrated the breakthrough, threading a masterful assist through the defensive lines for Alex to finish with cold precision. This early opener fundamentally altered the Intensity of the entire fixture. The home side, backed by their passionate supporters, suddenly found themselves chasing a game they desperately needed to control. Dewa United settled into a comfortable rhythm, disrupting passing lanes and frustrating the hosts. Arema FC struggled to string meaningful attacks together, completely suffocated by the visitors' organized pressing during the opening forty-five minutes.
Marukawa Twists the Knife
The second half saw Arema FC desperately pushing higher up the pitch, fully aware that their survival in this single-leg knockout hung by a thread. They committed more bodies forward in an attempt to restore Balance to the contest. However, this aggressive shift left gaping holes in their defensive structure. Dewa United absorbed the pressure beautifully, waiting patiently for the inevitable counter-attack opportunity. That decisive moment arrived in the 77th minute. A. Messidoro read the game perfectly, delivering a surgical assist that cut through the retreating defense. T. Marukawa latched onto the pass and finished with absolute composure. That second goal acted as a brutal psychological blow, effectively silencing Kanjuruhan Stadium and putting the tie seemingly out of reach for the struggling hosts.
Late Consolation and Elimination
Facing certain elimination, Arema FC threw caution to the wind in the dying stages of the match. The Stakes could not have been higher, and they finally found a brief glimmer of hope when Dalberto struck in the 90th minute. But this late surge proved to be nothing more than a minor inconvenience for Dewa United. The clock was the ultimate enemy for the home side, and the final whistle confirmed their fate. Dewa United executed the perfect away performance to win the tie and secure their progression to the next round. Arema FC's journey ends here in bitter disappointment on their own turf. It was a masterclass in knockout football management from the visitors, proving that ruthless efficiency trumps territorial possession when everything is on the line.
Key Questions
Who scored the goals for Dewa United?
Alex opened the scoring in the 12th minute, followed by T. Marukawa in the 77th minute.
Did Arema FC manage to score?
Yes, Dalberto scored a late consolation goal in the 90th minute before their elimination.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Dewa United Poised to End Arema's Run
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 24/100. A distinct lack of attacking quality means this cup tie will be a grueling tactical grind rather than a footballing spectacle.
The Setup
Arema FC limps into this single-leg knockout fixture with a Form rating that signals deep structural issues. Three defeats in their last five outings paint a grim picture for the hosts. Dewa United arrive at Kanjuruhan Stadium on September 13, 2025, boasting significantly better recent results and a more coherent game plan. Despite the elimination scenario, the Stakes feel incredibly muted. The utter absence of marquee names translates to a dismal Stars rating, meaning collective effort and sheer attrition must compensate for individual brilliance. A low Balance score hints at a disjointed contest where neither side will truly dominate the ball.
Key Battle
Away Midfield Engine vs Home Defensive Block. Without standout individuals, the match hinges entirely on structural integrity. Dewa United's organized midfield unit will constantly probe an Arema backline that frequently leaks goals under pressure. Expect the visitors to patiently recycle possession while the hosts sit deep, hoping for a fractured counter-attack.
Our Prediction
Dewa United progress. Arema will struggle to assert authority despite their home advantage. The visitors will soak up any early frantic pressure, establish dominance in the middle third, and ruthlessly exploit a defensive lapse to win the tie.