Liga 1 Regular Season - 1
Arema FC 4 - 1 FT PSBS Biak Numfor
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Arema FC
Midfielders
A. Satryo
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B. Setiawan
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Luiz Gustavo
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Valdeci
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Yann Motta
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A. Maulana
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Betinho
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D. Santoso
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Dalberto
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I. Puleio
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Paulinho Moccelin
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BENCH
Aswin
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S. G. Balinsa
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R. Fachrezi
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Lucas Frigeri
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M. Iksan
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M. Marasabessy
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D. Mardiyanto
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M. Rafli
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M. Rifai
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B. Scheunemann
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D. Setiawan
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Tito Hamzah
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PSBS Biak Numfor
Midfielders
Kadu
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N. Haji Haris
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K. Lopez
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S. Embalo
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L. Oktavianto
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H. Susanto
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E. Barbosa
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A. Oktaviansyah
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Y. Putra
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Luquinhas
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M. Hassan
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BENCH
A. Agung
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N. Alom
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I. Armaiyn
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A. Budiyono
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D. Galih
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M. Tahir
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M. Isa
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G. Brown
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I. Hadi
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R. Siregar
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/18/2025 | PSBS Biak Numfor | 2 - 2 | Arema FC | Liga 1 | Stadion Lukas Enembe |
| 12/21/2024 | Arema FC | 3 - 2 | PSBS Biak Numfor | Liga 1 | Stadion Gelora Supriyadi |
05/18/2025
12/21/2024
Arema FC Win
PSBS Biak Numfor Win
Draw
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Dalberto's Hat-Trick Propels Arema FC Past PSBS Biak
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 54/100. A ruthless display of attacking firepower saw Arema FC comfortably dispatch their opponents in this crucial single-leg knockout tie.
Early Control and Penalty Drama
The atmosphere at Kanjuruhan Stadium crackled with anticipation as this winner-takes-all clash got underway. Arema FC established their authority early, probing a fragile defensive line from a visiting side currently languishing in the relegation zone. The breakthrough arrived in the 17th minute following a pivotal decision inside the penalty area. Dalberto stepped up and confidently dispatched the spot-kick to ignite the home crowd. A soaring Intensity defined the remainder of the first half. PSBS Biak Numfor attempted to bypass the midfield and hit back on the counter, but their transition play lacked the necessary cutting edge. The hosts dominated the rhythm, ensuring the visitors remained pinned back in their own half for long stretches.
The Brazilian Connection
Any hope of a spirited comeback from the visitors evaporated during a devastating eight-minute spell in the second half. The home side shifted gears and dictated the tempo with absolute authority. In the 62nd minute, Valdeci doubled the advantage with a clinical strike, capitalising on a perfectly weighted assist from Paulinho Moccelin. The creative connection flourished again shortly after. Moccelin carved open the retreating defensive unit to find Dalberto, who buried his second goal of the evening in the 70th minute. This quick-fire double completely destroyed the Balance of the tie. The visitors looked physically and mentally drained, entirely eliminating any lingering Upset Factor that might have troubled the home faithful.
Hat-Trick Heroics and Consolation
Not content with a mere brace, Dalberto continued his relentless pursuit of goals. The talismanic forward completed a sensational hat-trick in the 80th minute, showcasing elite positioning and a ruthless finishing instinct. The towering Stakes of knockout football clearly brought out his very best performance. PSBS Biak Numfor did manage to find the back of the net in the dying moments of the match. Luquinhas converted a 90th-minute penalty to offer a tiny sliver of late consolation for the travelling supporters. Ultimately, Arema FC secured their progression to the next round with a dominant display. The visitors must now return to their grim reality, plotting an improbable escape from the league drop zone.
Key Questions
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
A masterclass hat-trick by Dalberto, relentless attacking phases from Arema FC, and two penalty decisions combined to create an action-packed 4-1 knockout spectacle.
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.
Survival on the Line at Kanjuruhan
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 22/100. With elimination looming, this grim do-or-die clash will be defined by who makes the fewest catastrophic mistakes rather than any attacking brilliance.
The Setup
It promises to be a gritty affair on August 11, 2025, at Kanjuruhan Stadium. The raw numbers paint a bleak picture, with both teams carrying a dismal Form rating into this crucial knockout fixture. Arema FC sit 11th in the regular standings, while PSBS Biak Numfor languish dead last in 18th, bleeding goals week after week. The stark lack of Stars means this single-leg tie will rely entirely on physical endurance and sheer desperation. While the Stakes are practically non-existent for the neutral fan, for these two sides, survival is everything. The hosts hold a modest edge in competitive Balance, which should just be enough to see them safely through.
Key Battle
The pivotal clash will unfold between Arema FC's industrious midfield block and the porous PSBS Biak Numfor back line. The visitors have leaked goals consistently, and their fragile defensive unit must withstand a barrage of direct pressure if they want to keep their faint hopes alive.
Our Prediction
Our take is that Arema FC will win this tie and progress. It will absolutely not be pretty, but the home side will capitalize on PSBS Biak Numfor's defensive disarray to secure a narrow, scrappy victory in normal time, sending the visitors packing.