Liga 1 Regular Season - 3
Persebaya Surabaya 5 - 2 FT Bali United
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
05/23/2025
12/28/2024
04/24/2024
10/20/2023
02/18/2023
Persebaya Surabaya Win
Bali United Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
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.
Do-Or-Die Drama With Goals Guaranteed
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 62/100. Despite lacking marquee names, this single-leg elimination tie guarantees chaotic, high-scoring drama as both sides fight desperately for progression.
The Setup
A modest Stakes rating reflects their respective 7th and 10th place league positions, but the elimination format throws the form book out the window. On August 23, 2025, Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium hosts a genuine do-or-die clash. The low Stars metric signals a gritty battle rather than a showcase of individual brilliance. What we lack in elite star power, we gain in pure entertainment value. The Form underlying metrics promise goals, with both sides combining for an impressive 3.9 goals per game. Neither side boasts strong defensive cohesion, leading to a low Balance score that suggests an open, end-to-end scrap rather than a tactical chess match.
Key Battle
With no standout individuals pulling the strings, this will be won in the trenches. The home side's attacking unit must ruthlessly expose an away backline that has shown severe vulnerability in recent weeks.
Our Prediction
Persebaya Surabaya win the tie and progress. Home advantage and a slightly sharper attacking edge will see them outscore their opponents in an entertaining shootout.