Liga 1 Regular Season - 26
Arema FC 1 - 1 FT Malut United
Match Events
Malut United 14'
26' H. Yama (Gustavo Franca)
D. da Silva 42'
↓ F. Butuan ↑Y. Sayuri 42'
HT
↓ Nilson Junior ↑L. Cardoso 46'
↓ R. Syuhada ↑S. Tahar 46'
L. Cardoso 50'
53' ↓ A. Satryo ↑Lucas Frigeri
76' ↓ S. Tuharea ↑Valdeci
76' ↓ A. Farisi ↑L. Guntara
↓ Ciro ↑T. Rustam 90'+1
90'+3 ↓ A. Fikri ↑D. Mardiyanto
90'+3 ↓ Gustavo Franca ↑S. G. Balinsa
FT
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29/2025 | Malut United | 1 - 1 | Arema FC | Liga 1 | Gelora Kie Raha Stadium |
| 03/04/2025 | Malut United | 2 - 1 | Arema FC | Liga 1 | Stadion Gelora Kie Raha |
| 10/19/2024 | Arema FC | 3 - 1 | Malut United | Liga 1 | Stadion Gelora Supriyadi |
11/29/2025
03/04/2025
10/19/2024
Arema FC Win
Malut United Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 26 GD: +31
P: 26 GD: +25
P: 26 GD: +22
P: 26 GD: +19
P: 26 GD: +6
P: 26 GD: +8
P: 26 GD: +10
P: 26 GD: +2
P: 26 GD: 0
P: 26 GD: +3
P: 26 GD: 0
P: 26 GD: -13
P: 26 GD: -5
P: 26 GD: -19
P: 26 GD: -16
P: 26 GD: -20
P: 26 GD: -22
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pusamania Borneo | 32 | 75 | 67 | 30 | +37 | |
| 2 | Persib Bandung | 32 | 75 | 57 | 21 | +36 | |
| 3 | Persija | 32 | 65 | 59 | 28 | +31 | |
| 4 | Dewa United | 32 | 53 | 44 | 35 | +9 | |
| 5 | Malut United | 32 | 52 | 66 | 45 | +21 | |
| 6 | Persebaya Surabaya | 32 | 52 | 49 | 35 | +14 | |
| 7 | Bhayangkara FC | 32 | 50 | 45 | 41 | +4 | |
| 8 | Bali United | 32 | 45 | 52 | 47 | +5 | |
| 9 | Persita | 32 | 44 | 36 | 33 | +3 | |
| 10 | Arema FC | 32 | 42 | 45 | 44 | +1 | |
| 11 | PSIM Yogyakarta | 32 | 42 | 40 | 40 | 0 | |
| 12 | Persik Kediri | 32 | 39 | 41 | 53 | -12 | |
| 13 | PSM Makassar | 32 | 34 | 38 | 45 | -7 | |
| 14 | Persijap | 32 | 34 | 31 | 45 | -14 | |
| 15 | Persepam Madura Utd | 32 | 32 | 34 | 52 | -18 | |
| 16 | Persis Solo | 32 | 28 | 35 | 58 | -23 | |
| 17 | Semen Padang | 32 | 20 | 22 | 55 | -33 | |
| 18 | PSBS Biak Numfor | 32 | 18 | 29 | 83 | -54 |
P: 32 GD: +37
P: 32 GD: +36
P: 32 GD: +31
P: 32 GD: +9
P: 32 GD: +21
P: 32 GD: +14
P: 32 GD: +4
P: 32 GD: +5
P: 32 GD: +3
P: 32 GD: +1
P: 32 GD: 0
P: 32 GD: -12
P: 32 GD: -7
P: 32 GD: -14
P: 32 GD: -18
P: 32 GD: -23
P: 32 GD: -33
P: 32 GD: -54
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Penalty Drama Halts Visitors' Momentum
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 58/100. This 1-1 stalemate perfectly encapsulates Arema FC's tactical stubbornness and Malut United's frustrating inability to convert total dominance into three points.
Opening Act
Early drama unfolded immediately as the whistle blew at Kanjuruhan Stadium. Malut United arrived with clear intentions to solidify their standing in the top four, and they immediately set out to dictate the tempo. The visitors comfortably dominated possession, pinning the hosts deep within their own half. The pressure seemed to pay off in the 14th minute when the ball found the back of the net, but VAR intervened to disallow the goal for a foul in the buildup. That early reprieve injected a massive surge of Intensity into the contest. Rather than retreating, Arema FC responded with sheer aggression. They utilized constant set-piece pressure to unnerve the visitors' backline. A flurry of corners turned the penalty area into a chaotic battleground. Completely against the general run of play, H. Yama found a sliver of space in the 26th minute, clinically finishing a brilliant assist from Gustavo Franca to send the home supporters into raptures.
The Pivot
The shifting momentum perfectly highlighted the remarkable Balance of this tight league fixture. Conceding a goal despite controlling the game could have derailed Malut United, but they refused to abandon their tactical blueprint. They kept the ball moving relentlessly from side to side, constantly probing for structural weaknesses in a defensive unit desperate to hold onto a rare lead. The crucial turning point emerged just moments before the halftime whistle. A desperate challenge inside the penalty area left the referee with no choice but to point to the spot. D. da Silva accepted the responsibility in the 42nd minute, stepping up to confidently smash the ball past the goalkeeper. That penalty equalizer entirely altered the emotional landscape of the dressing rooms at halftime. It erased Arema's hard-fought advantage and restored the psychological upper hand to a visiting side determined to leave with points.
Resolution
The second half developed into a fascinating tactical stalemate. Arema FC, highly conscious of their miserable recent run of results, opted to defend their territory rather than risk an open shootout. The Stakes were exceptionally clear—the hosts needed a morale-boosting point, while the visitors hunted for a victory to strengthen their title chase. Despite logging an impressive 60% possession by the final whistle, the away side struggled immensely to find that killer final pass. They registered a mere four shots on target across the entire ninety minutes. The home side absorbed the pressure, leaning heavily on defensive organization and smart clearances to survive. The 1-1 draw ultimately feels like a missed opportunity for both camps. It does absolutely nothing to propel Arema up the mid-table standings, and it leaves the high-flying visitors bitterly frustrated at their failure to ruthlessly punish a struggling opponent.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Arema FC's season?
This vital point snaps a bleak losing streak, but they remain stranded in 11th place, desperately needing consecutive wins to climb the table.
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.
Malut United Target Top-Four Consolidation at Kanjuruhan
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 74/100. Despite the promise of goals, this clash between mid-table stragglers and top-four hopefuls lacks the narrative bite to make it essential viewing.
The Setup
Arema FC are limping through the season, sitting 11th with a miserable run of recent results. Their overall Form is dragging them down, while visitors Malut United arrive full of confidence. Malut have quietly become away day specialists, winning half of their matches on the road, and they will expect to dictate terms at Kanjuruhan Stadium. However, a modest Stakes rating means this match won't fundamentally alter the landscape for either side just yet. The competitive Balance tips heavily toward the visitors, and a glaring lack of Stars means casual fans might struggle to find a compelling reason to tune in. Still, the underlying metrics suggest both teams will find the back of the net.
Key Battle
With Arema leaking goals regularly and Malut United boasting an impressive +19 goal difference, the true contest lies between the home defence and the visitors' ruthless attacking unit. Arema’s backline must find a way to absorb intense pressure without fracturing, while Malut will systematically look to exploit wide areas and stretch a fragile defensive block until it breaks.
Our Prediction
Expect Malut United to dictate the tempo and territory from the opening whistle. While Arema might nick a goal on the counter-attack, the visitors' superior attacking fluency will ultimately overwhelm the hosts. Our take is a comfortable 3-1 away victory, with Malut punishing tired defensive legs and structural lapses in the second half.