Liga 1 Regular Season - 3

Persebaya Surabaya 5 - 2 FT Bali United

Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium

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Futmetrix Verdict
66
FT
Sat, Aug 23
Indonesia
Persebaya Surabaya
5-2
Bali United
⚡ Intensity 84
⚖️ Balance 25
🏆 Stakes 50
🎲 Upset 50
Seven goals define this knockout thriller.

Knockout Chaos: Persebaya Shred Bali United in Seven-Goal Thriller

Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 66/100. A ruthless attacking display from Persebaya ensured their progression in this do-or-die clash, leaving Bali United out in the cold.

Opening Act

High Stakes defined this knockout tie from the opening whistle. Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium was an absolute cauldron. Persebaya drew first blood when F. Rivera found the back of the net in the 37th minute, orchestrated brilliantly by Bruno. Before Bali United could reorganize their defensive shape, R. Mitrevski doubled the advantage. But the Balance of the match shifted almost instantly right on the edge of half-time. B. Kopitovic pulled one back for the visitors, served up by I. Jaya. A wild flurry of three goals in just eight minutes turned a tactical battle into an absolute shootout.

The Pivot

The second half exploded with pure Intensity as both sides chased the tie. M. Perovic struck in the 53rd minute to restore Persebaya's two-goal cushion. Bali United flatly refused to surrender their campaign. I. Jaya immediately answered back sixty seconds later, finishing a T. Goppel pass to keep the visitors' hopes breathing. The definitive turning point arrived just past the hour mark. A penalty awarded to the hosts gave Bruno the chance to step up. He made no mistake, burying the spot-kick to make it 4-2. That single sequence broke Bali's resistance and firmly tilted the momentum.

Resolution

From that moment on, Persebaya controlled the tempo and starved their opponents of the ball. Freitas Gali delivered the final blow in the 82nd minute, capping off a spectacular 5-2 victory. Any lingering Upset Factor was completely nullified by sheer firepower. Bali United’s elimination will sting heavily, especially after fighting back twice to keep the dream alive. Meanwhile, Persebaya progress to the next round with massive momentum behind them. Putting five goals past a rival in a single-leg knockout sends a terrifying warning message to whoever they face next.

Key Questions

What caused the 7-goal thriller?

A chaotic combination of relentless attacking intent, rapid responses like I. Jaya's instant reply, and a decisive penalty that ultimately broke Bali United's defensive structure.

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

Persebaya Surabaya

Midfielders
E. Ari
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A. Catur
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R. Mitrevski
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M. Raickovic
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D. Dimov
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D. Tumbas
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T. Firmansyah
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F. Rivera
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M. Perovic
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R. Malik
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Bruno
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BENCH
O. Fernando
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D. Wicaksono
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L. S. Lelis
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M. Baihaqi
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D. Rizky
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R. May
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S. Putra
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A. Suaib
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M. Tata
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Freitas Gali
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K. Raditya
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A. Ramadhani
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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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T. Receveur
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J. Ferrari
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M. Mustafic
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R. Barusu
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B. Kopitovic
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I. Jaya
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T. Goppel
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BENCH
Rahmat
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D. Yusron
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B. Adi
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K. Arel
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M. Simon
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R. Arjuna
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J. Raven
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Rizky Dwi
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F. Rustapa
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Kadek Agung
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Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
08/23/2025 Persebaya Surabaya 5 - 2 Bali United Liga 1 Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium
05/23/2025 Persebaya Surabaya 1 - 3 Bali United Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo
12/28/2024 Bali United 2 - 0 Persebaya Surabaya Liga 1 Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta
04/24/2024 Persebaya Surabaya 0 - 2 Bali United Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo
10/20/2023 Bali United 3 - 1 Persebaya Surabaya Liga 1 Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta
02/18/2023 Bali United 4 - 0 Persebaya Surabaya Liga 1 Stadion Maguwoharjo
08/23/2025
Liga 1 Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium
05/23/2025
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo
12/28/2024
Liga 1 Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta
04/24/2024
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo
10/20/2023
Liga 1 Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta
02/18/2023
Liga 1 Stadion Maguwoharjo
Persebaya Surabaya Win
Bali United Win
Draw