Liga 1 Regular Season - 12
Malut United 2 - 0 FT Persib Bandung
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots on Target
Corners
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Match Events
26' Gustavo
33' T. Rustam
40' Igor Inocencio (Nilson Junior)
F. Putros 43'
45' Ciro (Y. Sayuri)
M. Klok 45'+5
HT
↓ M. Klok ↑F. Barba 46'
↓ S. Ramdani ↑Uilliam 46'
64' ↓ M. Lestusen ↑S. Tahar
64' ↓ Ciro ↑Tyronne
↓ A. Jung ↑Ramon Tanque 64'
68' ↓ T. Rustam ↑F. Butuan
↓ B. Putra ↑F. Haryadi 73'
Julio Cesar 82'
↓ T. Haye ↑N. Alfaro 88'
90'+2 ↓ A. Lestaluhu ↑Meneses Chechu
90'+2 ↓ D. da Silva ↑M. Drajad
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Malut United
Midfielders
Alan
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Igor Inocencio
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Gustavo
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Nilson Junior
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A. Lestaluhu
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M. Lestusen
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W. Angulo
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Ciro
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T. Rustam
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Y. Sayuri
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D. da Silva
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BENCH
M. Ridwan
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A. Saputro
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Meneses Chechu
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S. Tahar
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S. David
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T. Setiawan
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A. Slamat
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R. Syuhada
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Tyronne
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R. Ardiansyah
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M. Drajad
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F. Butuan
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Persib Bandung
Midfielders
T. Paku Alam
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F. Putros
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P. Matricardi
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Julio Cesar
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E. Reijnders
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M. Klok
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T. Haye
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Berguinho
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B. Putra
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A. Jung
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S. Ramdani
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BENCH
F. Maulana
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A. Przybek
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F. Barba
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A. Dewangga
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R. Hehanusa
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H. Hehanusa
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A. Jufriyanto
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F. Haryadi
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N. Alfaro
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Uilliam
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Ramon Tanque
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/14/2025 | Malut United | 2 - 0 | Persib Bandung | Liga 1 | Gelora Kie Raha Stadium |
| 05/02/2025 | Malut United | 1 - 0 | Persib Bandung | Liga 1 | Stadion Gelora Kie Raha |
| 12/13/2024 | Persib Bandung | 2 - 0 | Malut United | Liga 1 | Stadion Gelora Bandung Lautan Api |
12/14/2025
05/02/2025
12/13/2024
Malut United Win
Persib Bandung Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 12 GD: +16
P: 12 GD: +14
P: 12 GD: +10
P: 12 GD: +9
P: 12 GD: +4
P: 12 GD: +2
P: 12 GD: +6
P: 12 GD: +1
P: 12 GD: +2
P: 12 GD: 0
P: 12 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: 0
P: 12 GD: -10
P: 12 GD: -10
P: 12 GD: -12
P: 12 GD: -12
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Persib Bandung | 33 | 78 | 58 | 21 | +37 | |
| 2 | Pusamania Borneo | 33 | 76 | 67 | 30 | +37 | |
| 3 | Persija | 33 | 68 | 62 | 29 | +33 | |
| 4 | Persebaya Surabaya | 33 | 55 | 56 | 35 | +21 | |
| 5 | Malut United | 33 | 53 | 67 | 46 | +21 | |
| 6 | Dewa United | 33 | 53 | 44 | 36 | +8 | |
| 7 | Bhayangkara FC | 33 | 50 | 46 | 45 | +1 | |
| 8 | Bali United | 33 | 48 | 56 | 48 | +8 | |
| 9 | Arema FC | 33 | 45 | 50 | 46 | +4 | |
| 10 | Persita | 33 | 45 | 37 | 34 | +3 | |
| 11 | PSIM Yogyakarta | 33 | 45 | 42 | 40 | +2 | |
| 12 | Persik Kediri | 33 | 39 | 42 | 56 | -14 | |
| 13 | Persijap | 33 | 35 | 31 | 45 | -14 | |
| 14 | PSM Makassar | 33 | 34 | 38 | 46 | -8 | |
| 15 | Persepam Madura Utd | 33 | 32 | 34 | 54 | -20 | |
| 16 | Persis Solo | 33 | 31 | 36 | 58 | -22 | |
| 17 | Semen Padang | 33 | 20 | 22 | 62 | -40 | |
| 18 | PSBS Biak Numfor | 33 | 18 | 31 | 88 | -57 |
P: 33 GD: +37
P: 33 GD: +37
P: 33 GD: +33
P: 33 GD: +21
P: 33 GD: +21
P: 33 GD: +8
P: 33 GD: +1
P: 33 GD: +8
P: 33 GD: +4
P: 33 GD: +3
P: 33 GD: +2
P: 33 GD: -14
P: 33 GD: -14
P: 33 GD: -8
P: 33 GD: -20
P: 33 GD: -22
P: 33 GD: -40
P: 33 GD: -57
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Gelora Kie Raha Erupts as Malut United Eliminate the League Leaders
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 25/100. Malut United proved that league dominance counts for nothing in knockout football, striking twice in five minutes to dump Persib Bandung out of the competition.
The Tactical Standoff
The Stakes were exceptionally high as Gelora Kie Raha set the perfect stage for a classic winner-takes-all knockout encounter. Persib Bandung arrived carrying the undeniable swagger of league leaders, stringing together methodical passes and attempting to dictate the tempo right from the very first whistle. However, the hosts completely refused to be intimidated by the reputation of their highly-rated opponents. Malut United demonstrated impeccable Balance throughout the opening exchanges, rigidly holding their defensive shape and denying the visitors any meaningful space in the final third. Despite seeing considerably less of the ball, the home side always looked surprisingly comfortable, challenging David da Silva and the rest of the Persib attacking unit to find a way through their meticulously organised block. It was a shrewd, calculated approach from Malut.
The Quickfire Pivot
The defining phase of the match arrived quite suddenly just before the halftime interval, fueled by an undeniable Upset Factor that brought the home crowd to its feet. In the 40th minute, a fleeting moment of offensive brilliance finally unlocked the door. Nilson Junior carved out the crucial opening with great vision, teeing up Igor Inocencio who fired Malut United into a sensational and well-deserved lead. Rather than naturally retreating to protect their slim advantage, the hosts courageously kept their foot firmly planted on the accelerator. Just five minutes later, in the 45th minute, Y. Sayuri turned provider, setting up Ciro to double the advantage with a clinical, decisive finish. This devastating five-minute attacking blitz completely unraveled the visitors' established game plan right before the break.
A Professional Conclusion
Facing an unexpected mountain to climb, the visitors attempted to rally courageously in the second half, but the overall Intensity of the contest dramatically fizzled out. Having secured a very comfortable two-goal cushion, Malut United wisely shifted into a conservative game-management mode, dropping significantly deeper and stubbornly challenging Persib to break them down. The league leaders enjoyed the lion's share of possession throughout the final forty-five minutes but completely lacked the necessary cutting edge required to mount a serious comeback. The match gradually became a tactical procession, as the home side expertly suffocated any remaining hopes of a late revival. When the final whistle mercifully blew, the 2-0 scoreline officially confirmed Malut United's progression to the next round, dumping the title favourites out.
Key Questions
Who were the goalscorers in this match?
Igor Inocencio opened the scoring in the 40th minute, and Ciro added the second in the 45th minute to secure the win for Malut United.
Which team progressed from this knockout tie?
Malut United won the tie 2-0 and successfully progressed to the next stage, eliminating league leaders Persib Bandung.
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.
Winner Takes All at Gelora Kie Raha
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 76/100. In a ruthless single-leg knockout tie, Malut United's explosive attack faces the ultimate test against Persib Bandung's watertight defence.
The Setup
Forget the regular season standings; this is pure knockout drama on December 14, 2025. While Persib Bandung boast the league's best defensive record and sit top of the table, they face a staggering challenge away from home. Malut United carry a highly dangerous Form rating into this fixture, driven by an attacking unit that has relentlessly plundered 51 goals. The Stakes are entirely off the charts, as this crunch match offers absolutely no second chances. Although the overall Stars rating remains modest without marquee individual names drawing the spotlight, the sheer magnitude of a single-leg elimination tie guarantees an electrifying atmosphere at Gelora Kie Raha Stadium.
Key Battle
This tie will be decided by an immense tactical clash: the home side's relentless attacking unit going head-to-head with the visitors' highly disciplined backline. Persib's defenders will need supreme defensive Balance to weather the impending storm from Malut United's dynamic forward line.
Our Prediction
Knockout football often demands an upset. We expect Malut United to progress, piercing through Persib's defensive shell in a tense, hard-fought 2-1 victory to eliminate the league leaders.