Liga 1 Regular Season - 9

Dewa United 0 - 2 FT Persepam Madura Utd

Indomilk Arena

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Futmetrix Verdict
32
FT
Thu, Oct 16
Indonesia
Dewa United
0-2
Persepam Madura Utd
⚡ Intensity 32
⚖️ Balance 13
🏆 Stakes 50
🎲 Upset 50
Late drama seals a stunning upset.

Wehrmann and Nufiandani Combine to Stun Dewa United

Skip It Futmetrix Score: 32/100. A dramatic VAR intervention flipped this knockout tie on its head, turning a sluggish stalemate into a thrilling progression for the relegation-threatened visitors.

The Tactical Stranglehold

Knockout football rarely guarantees an early spectacle. The action at the Indomilk Arena began as a cautious game of chess. Dewa United came into this clash sitting comfortably mid-table in the league, expecting to dictate the tempo against a struggling Persepam Madura Utd side. The visitors, currently languishing in the relegation zone, parked their defensive lines deep. They refused to blink. The Stakes were immense in this single-leg knockout tie, dictating a cagey first half where chances were incredibly scarce. Dewa probed the flanks, but Madura's backline absorbed the pressure with surprising discipline. A low Intensity defined the opening hour, with both sides terrified of making the fatal mistake that would end their cup journey. The hosts held onto the ball, yet found no clear paths through a dense block of white shirts. We watched a classic stalemate waiting for a spark.

A VAR Lifeline Flips the Script

The match exploded into life in the 70th minute. A. Messidoro thought he had finally broken the deadlock for Dewa United, wheeling away in celebration. Then came the agonizing wait. The VAR check ruled the goal out for offside, instantly silencing the home crowd. That marginal call completely shattered the Balance of the tie. Instead of folding, Persepam Madura Utd recognized their lifeline and launched a rapid counter-offensive. Just five minutes after surviving that scare, the visitors struck. A. Nufiandani carved open the retreating defense, feeding J. Wehrmann who buried the finish with clinical precision. The sudden lead change rattled Dewa United. They had controlled the board, only to find themselves trailing a team they were heavily favored to beat. The Upset Factor was suddenly off the charts as Madura dared to dream.

The Counter-Punch Finishes It

Desperation immediately set in for the hosts. Staring down the barrel of a shock elimination, Dewa United threw bodies forward. The Indomilk Arena grew restless. This frantic push for an equalizer left massive acres of space behind their defensive line, a fatal error in knockout football. Persepam Madura Utd absorbed the initial wave and waited for the perfect transition. In the 86th minute, they landed the knockout blow. Roles reversed brilliantly from the first goal: this time J. Wehrmann turned provider, slipping a perfect pass to A. Nufiandani who slotted home to make it 2-0. The final whistle confirmed a massive upset. Madura United progresses to the next round, finding a miraculous burst of cup magic despite their dire league form. Dewa United are left to ponder how a match they seemingly controlled slipped through their fingers in fifteen chaotic minutes.

Key Questions

Why was Dewa United's goal disallowed?

A. Messidoro's strike in the 70th minute was ruled out by VAR for an offside infringement.

Who scored the goals for Persepam Madura Utd?

J. Wehrmann opened the scoring in the 75th minute, and A. Nufiandani sealed the 2-0 victory in the 86th minute.

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

Dewa United

Midfielders
S. Stevens
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Nurviat
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
B. Fatari
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
N. Kuipers
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
E. Febriansyah
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Messidoro
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Jaja
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
T. Marukawa
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Kambuaya
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Lilipaly
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Alex
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
M. Natshir
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Setiawan
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
P. Mbaga
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Struick
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Cassio Scheid
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Johnathan
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
E. Vikri
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Bagaskara
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
W. Prasetyo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
T. Numberi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Ballah
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

Persepam Madura Utd

Midfielders
M. Saputra
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
T. Hidayat
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
P. Monteiro
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Mendonca
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Ruxi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
T. Muslihuddin
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
K. Palic
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Wehrmann
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
V. Gryshyn
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Balotelli
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Y. Pratama
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
N. Sasongko
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
P. Sitanggang
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Harlan
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Ramzy
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Rusadi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Alesandro
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Azhar
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Wehrmann
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Kusuma
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Kemaluddin
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Nufiandani
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Ilhamsyah
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
02/15/2025 Persepam Madura Utd 3 - 1 Dewa United Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bangkalan
09/21/2024 Dewa United 3 - 3 Persepam Madura Utd Liga 1 Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta
04/25/2024 Dewa United 2 - 2 Persepam Madura Utd Liga 1 Indomilk Arena
10/22/2023 Persepam Madura Utd 1 - 4 Dewa United Liga 1 Gelora Madura Ratu Pamelingan Stadium
02/02/2023 Dewa United 1 - 1 Persepam Madura Utd Liga 1 Indomilk Arena
08/19/2022 Persepam Madura Utd 1 - 0 Dewa United Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bangkalan
02/15/2025
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bangkalan
09/21/2024
Liga 1 Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta
04/25/2024
Liga 1 Indomilk Arena
10/22/2023
Liga 1 Gelora Madura Ratu Pamelingan Stadium
02/02/2023
Liga 1 Indomilk Arena
08/19/2022
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bangkalan
Dewa United Win
Persepam Madura Utd Win
Draw