Liga 1 Regular Season - 1
Bali United 1 - 1 FT Persik Kediri
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Bali United
Midfielders
M. Hauptmeijer
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M. Andhika
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R. Fajrin
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B. Wilson
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J. Ferrari
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T. Receveur
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T. Goppel
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M. Mustafic
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B. Kopitovic
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R. Barusu
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I. Jaya
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BENCH
F. Rustapa
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D. Yusron
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B. Adi
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Rizky Dwi
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K. Arel
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Rahmat
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M. Simon
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Kadek Agung
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R. Arjuna
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J. Raven
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A. Krisna
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Persik Kediri
Midfielders
Leo Navacchio
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N. Setiawan
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K. Mukhtorov
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Kiko
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F. Aditama
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P. M. Serra Matos
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I. Garcia
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T. Castanheira
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W. Pratama
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Y. Munawar
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E. Walian
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BENCH
H. Al Malik
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Lucao
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R. Ray
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A. E. Jayanto
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Y. Meilana
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Bayu Otto
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M. Khanafi
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I. Mila
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Jose Enrique
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M. Supriadi
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/10/2025 | Bali United | 1 - 1 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Kapten I Wayan Dipta Stadium |
| 01/12/2025 | Bali United | 1 - 3 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta |
| 08/11/2024 | Persik Kediri | 1 - 3 | Bali United | Liga 1 | Stadion Brawijaya |
| 02/05/2024 | Persik Kediri | 1 - 0 | Bali United | Liga 1 | Stadion Brawijaya |
| 08/07/2023 | Bali United | 1 - 1 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta |
| 02/14/2023 | Persik Kediri | 1 - 1 | Bali United | Liga 1 | Stadion Brawijaya |
08/10/2025
01/12/2025
08/11/2024
02/05/2024
08/07/2023
02/14/2023
Bali United Win
Persik Kediri Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Late Kopitovic Header Rescues Sluggish Bali United
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 38/100. A stagnant mid-table affair was saved from total irrelevance by a frantic final fifteen minutes that proved neither side currently possesses the cutting edge to climb the Liga 1 table.
A Cautious Opening Hour
Kapten I Wayan Dipta Stadium played host to a painfully cautious opening hour of football. Both Bali United and Persik Kediri occupy the murky middle of the Liga 1 standings, and their early tactical setups reflected teams terrified of making a fatal mistake rather than desperate to secure a win. The Intensity was practically non-existent as possession merely shuffled from one predictable phase to another without challenging the goalkeepers. Bali United, sitting in tenth place, lacked the creative spark required to break down a deep-lying and stubborn Persik block. The Stakes felt distinctly low for a league fixture, with neither side showing the required urgency to alter their mediocre recent form. It was a tactical chessboard where both managers seemed perfectly content to pass the time rather than genuinely force the issue in the final third.
Castanheira Breaks the Deadlock
The match desperately needed a spark, and it finally arrived completely against the run of play in the 77th minute. Just as the home crowd was resigning itself to a dreary goalless draw, Persik Kediri executed a sharp attacking sequence that shattered the prevailing Balance. E. Walian spotted a rare gap in Bali United's defensive line, sliding a perfectly weighted pass to the feet of T. Castanheira. The finish was clinical and ruthless, punishing the home side's sudden lapse in concentration. This opening goal forced a massive shift in momentum across the pitch. Suddenly, the tactical shackles came off. Bali United had to abandon their conservative shape and commit bodies forward, turning what was a sluggish procession into a chaotic end-to-end scramble. Persik dropped deep to absorb the pressure, setting the stage for a grandstand finish.
Kopitovic Salvages a Point
As the clock ticked to the 90th minute, Persik's stubborn resistance finally broke under the sheer weight of numbers. T. Goppel delivered a desperate but highly precise ball into the danger zone, finding B. Kopitovic rising highest above the fatigued away defence. His thumping header salvaged a 1-1 draw, triggering a massive sigh of relief around Kapten I Wayan Dipta Stadium. Our verdict on this dramatic conclusion? It merely papers over the very evident cracks for both squads. The Upset Factor almost materialized for the twelfth-placed visitors, but their inability to see out the dying moments highlights exactly why they linger in the bottom half. Both teams walk away with a point that does absolutely nothing to improve their respective Liga 1 campaigns, remaining firmly stuck in obscurity despite the late fireworks.
Key Questions
Did Bali United deserve the late equalizer?
Yes. After falling behind, Bali United relentlessly piled on the pressure. Their desperate late surge forced Persik into uncharacteristic errors, making Kopitovic's header a fair reward for their persistence.
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.
Mid-Table Muddle Fails to Inspire
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 22/100. With both sides languishing in the bottom half and struggling for consistency, this fixture offers very little to excite the neutral.
The Setup
Ahead of this August 10, 2025 clash, a dire Form rating tells the story of two teams stumbling through the season. Bali United sit tenth after a string of draws and defeats, while Persik Kediri trail closely behind in twelfth. With incredibly low Stakes, there is no real pressure pushing these sides forward at Kapten I Wayan Dipta Stadium. Our metrics show a noticeable lack of Stars on display, making this an encounter for the die-hard fans only.
Key Battle
It comes down to Bali United's forward line against Persik Kediri's fragile defensive unit. Persik have shipped a concerning number of goals this season, meaning the home attack must capitalise if they want to break their own frustrating rut. A modest Balance rating suggests the hosts should have the edge, provided they actually test the away back line instead of settling for sterile possession.
Our Prediction
Bali United edge a forgettable contest 1-0. Expect a slow, fragmented game where a single mistake or set-piece decides the outcome, rather than attacking brilliance from either side.