Liga 1 Regular Season - 25

Bhayangkara FC 2 - 1 FT Arema FC

Sumpah Pemuda

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Futmetrix Verdict
81
FT
Tue, Mar 10
Indonesia
Bhayangkara FC
2-1
Arema FC
⚡ Intensity 82
⚖️ Balance 74
🏆 Stakes 50
🎲 Upset 50
Red cards spark epic late comeback!

Double Red Disaster Fuels Bhayangkara's Late Comeback

Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 81/100. This sudden-death encounter turned into a war of attrition, decided ultimately by a spectacular implosion and a nerve-shredding late penalty.

The Opening Act

Sumpah Pemuda hosted an elimination clash where the Intensity was palpable from the very first exchanges. This single-leg knockout tie carried immense weight, and Bhayangkara FC sought to dictate the tempo early on. However, Arema FC absorbed the pressure masterfully, setting traps and playing the role of disruptors perfectly. Against the run of play, the visitors silenced the home crowd right on the stroke of half-time. Joel Vinicius clinically dispatched a chance crafted by Dalberto to put Arema ahead. But the script was violently torn up just moments later. Deep into first-half stoppage time, Pablo Oliveira was shown a straight red card. This crucial dismissal instantly altered the trajectory of the tie, transforming Arema’s confident defensive setup into a desperate rearguard action before the whistle even blew.

The Pivot

Emerging for the second half with a man advantage, Bhayangkara FC camped entirely in the opposition half. The Balance of the match flipped drastically as the hosts relentlessly probed for an equaliser. Arema defended heroically for long stretches, throwing bodies on the line to protect their slender lead. Yet, their resistance was completely shattered in the 71st minute when Dalberto, the architect of their opening goal, received Arema's second red card of the afternoon. Reduced to nine men, the visitors faced an impossible task. The punishment was swift and decisive. Just five minutes later, P. Mbaga found the breakthrough, latching onto a precise delivery from M. Sidibe to level the score. The floodgates were now firmly wedged open against an utterly exhausted Arema defence.

Resolution

With the numerical advantage completely overwhelming the opposition, the final stages became a mere siege. The high Stakes of this knockout tie pushed Bhayangkara forward, knowing that Extra Time against a nine-man block could still prove frustrating. Their salvation arrived in the 88th minute when the referee pointed to the penalty spot. M. Sidibe stepped up, holding his nerve to convert the spot-kick and complete a sensational turnaround. The 2-1 victory ensures Bhayangkara FC progress to the next round, continuing their stellar winning streak. For Arema FC, the post-mortem will be bitter; a brilliant opening half completely undone by catastrophic disciplinary failures when it mattered most.

Key Questions

How did the red card for Pablo Oliveira impact the match?

It arrived deep in first-half stoppage time, completely destroying Arema's game plan and forcing them to defend desperately with ten men.

How dramatic was the late winner by M. Sidibe?

Incredibly dramatic. His 88th-minute penalty prevented extra time and completed a massive comeback, directly sealing Bhayangkara's progression in the tournament.

How did Bhayangkara FC complete the comeback from behind?

By ruthlessly exploiting a two-man advantage. P. Mbaga levelled the score following Arema's second red card, before M. Sidibe clinched the tie from the spot.

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.

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

Bhayangkara FC

Midfielders
A. Savik
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P. Gede
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R. Matsumura
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B. Doumbia
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N. Sadiki
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S. Damjanovic
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Moises Gaucho
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M. Sidibe
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P. Mbaga
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W. Subo
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F. Missa
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BENCH
F. Andika
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S. Rizki
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R. Handika
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R. Kurnia
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Ginanjar
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Awan Setho
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I. Spasojevic
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D. Sulistyawan
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R. Syawal
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S. Yamamoto
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Leo Silva
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T. Ichsan
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Arema FC

Midfielders
G. Pandenuwu
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R. Fahmi
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Matheus Blade
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Betinho
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Gabriel Silva
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Pablo Oliveira
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Joel Vinicius
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H. Yama
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Dalberto
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Gustavo Franca
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M. Iksan
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BENCH
A. Farisi
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A. Fikri
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Lucas Frigeri
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J. Guevara
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L. Guntara
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J. Hariono
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M. Marasabessy
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M. Rifai
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D. Santoso
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D. Setiawan
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B. Setiawan
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S. Tuharea
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Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
08/22/2025 Arema FC 2 - 1 Bhayangkara FC Liga 1 Kanjuruhan Stadium
03/06/2024 Arema FC 0 - 0 Bhayangkara FC Liga 1 Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta
09/01/2023 Bhayangkara FC 0 - 2 Arema FC Liga 1 Stadion Patriot
04/14/2023 Arema FC 0 - 3 Bhayangkara FC Liga 1 PTIK Stadium
12/23/2022 Bhayangkara FC 1 - 0 Arema FC Liga 1 Stadion Manahan
01/09/2022 Bhayangkara FC 0 - 1 Arema FC Liga 1 Stadion Kompyang Sujana Denpasar
08/22/2025
Liga 1 Kanjuruhan Stadium
03/06/2024
Liga 1 Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta
09/01/2023
Liga 1 Stadion Patriot
04/14/2023
Liga 1 PTIK Stadium
12/23/2022
Liga 1 Stadion Manahan
01/09/2022
Liga 1 Stadion Kompyang Sujana Denpasar
Bhayangkara FC Win
Arema FC Win
Draw