Liga 1 Regular Season - 28
Persebaya Surabaya 1 - 2 FT Persepam Madura Utd
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots on Target
Corners
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Lulinha (Ruxi) 12'
27' Freitas Gali
G. Numberi 36'
HT
↓ Junior Brandao ↑Riquelme 59'
Riquelme (F. Alesandro) 64'
66' ↓ R. Malik ↑R. Ardiansyah
69' ↓ Freitas Gali ↑M. Perovic
69' ↓ T. Firmansyah ↑M. Baihaqi
69' ↓ P. Matos ↑M. Raickovic
↓ G. Numberi ↑T. Hidayat 71'
↓ Iran Junior ↑N. Sasongko 80'
↓ Lulinha ↑P. Sitanggang 80'
80' ↓ A. Catur ↑K. Araya
82' R. Ardiansyah (M. Raickovic)
J. Wehrmann 87'
M. Diky 90'+9
FT
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/03/2026 | Persepam Madura Utd | 0 - 1 | Persebaya Surabaya | Liga 1 | Gelora Ratu Pamelingan Stadium |
| 04/20/2025 | Persebaya Surabaya | 1 - 0 | Persepam Madura Utd | Liga 1 | Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo |
| 12/02/2024 | Persepam Madura Utd | 1 - 2 | Persebaya Surabaya | Liga 1 | Stadion Gelora Bangkalan |
| 03/13/2024 | Persebaya Surabaya | 0 - 0 | Persepam Madura Utd | Liga 1 | Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo |
| 09/17/2023 | Persepam Madura Utd | 3 - 0 | Persebaya Surabaya | Liga 1 | Stadion Gelora Bangkalan |
| 01/29/2023 | Persepam Madura Utd | 0 - 2 | Persebaya Surabaya | Liga 1 | Gelora Madura Ratu Pamelingan Stadium |
01/03/2026
04/20/2025
12/02/2024
03/13/2024
09/17/2023
01/29/2023
Persebaya Surabaya Win
Persepam Madura Utd Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +32
P: 28 GD: +30
P: 28 GD: +26
P: 28 GD: +6
P: 28 GD: +15
P: 28 GD: +4
P: 28 GD: +8
P: 28 GD: +1
P: 28 GD: +5
P: 28 GD: +3
P: 28 GD: 0
P: 28 GD: -13
P: 28 GD: -5
P: 28 GD: -16
P: 28 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -17
P: 28 GD: -25
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Persib Bandung | 32 | 75 | 57 | 21 | +36 | |
| 2 | Pusamania Borneo | 31 | 72 | 64 | 28 | +36 | |
| 3 | Persija | 32 | 65 | 59 | 28 | +31 | |
| 4 | Dewa United | 32 | 53 | 44 | 35 | +9 | |
| 5 | Malut United | 32 | 52 | 66 | 45 | +21 | |
| 6 | Persebaya Surabaya | 32 | 52 | 49 | 35 | +14 | |
| 7 | Bhayangkara FC | 31 | 47 | 42 | 40 | +2 | |
| 8 | Bali United | 31 | 45 | 50 | 44 | +6 | |
| 9 | Persita | 32 | 44 | 36 | 33 | +3 | |
| 10 | Arema FC | 32 | 42 | 45 | 44 | +1 | |
| 11 | PSIM Yogyakarta | 32 | 42 | 40 | 40 | 0 | |
| 12 | Persik Kediri | 32 | 39 | 41 | 53 | -12 | |
| 13 | PSM Makassar | 32 | 34 | 38 | 45 | -7 | |
| 14 | Persijap | 32 | 34 | 31 | 45 | -14 | |
| 15 | Persepam Madura Utd | 31 | 32 | 33 | 49 | -16 | |
| 16 | Persis Solo | 32 | 28 | 35 | 58 | -23 | |
| 17 | Semen Padang | 32 | 20 | 22 | 55 | -33 | |
| 18 | PSBS Biak Numfor | 32 | 18 | 29 | 83 | -54 |
P: 32 GD: +36
P: 31 GD: +36
P: 32 GD: +31
P: 32 GD: +9
P: 32 GD: +21
P: 32 GD: +14
P: 31 GD: +2
P: 31 GD: +6
P: 32 GD: +3
P: 32 GD: +1
P: 32 GD: 0
P: 32 GD: -12
P: 32 GD: -7
P: 32 GD: -14
P: 31 GD: -16
P: 32 GD: -23
P: 32 GD: -33
P: 32 GD: -54
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Clinical Madura United Pull Off Stunning Upset at Gelora Bung Tomo
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 55/100. A massive Upset Factor defined this contest as Madura United's ruthless efficiency punished a wasteful home side despite heavy pressure.
The Opening Act
Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium was silenced long before the hosts could find their rhythm. While Persebaya Surabaya immediately monopolised possession, it was Persepam Madura Utd who drew first blood. In the 12th minute, Lulinha capitalised on a sharp pass from Ruxi to put the visitors ahead. This early shock instantly raised the Intensity of the contest. The hosts responded by controlling the midfield, dominating fifty-eight percent of the ball and constantly probing the final third. Despite creating numerous half-chances and putting immense pressure on the visitors' defence, the final clinical touch remained elusive throughout the opening fourty-five minutes.
The Pivot
After the interval, the pitch turned into a one-way siege. The hosts forced an incredible thirteen corner kicks and fired off sixteen total shots in a desperate search for an equaliser. However, their relentless attacking disrupted their tactical Balance, leaving acres of space at the back. Completely against the run of play in the 64th minute, Madura United launched a textbook counter-attack. Riquelme met a precise delivery from F. Alesandro to double the lead. The visitors registered a mere two shots on target during the entire match, yet their lethal finishing turned both opportunities into match-defining goals.
Resolution
Staring down the barrel of a frustrating home defeat, Persebaya threw caution to the wind. Their persistence finally paid off in the 82nd minute when R. Ardiansyah smashed the ball home following a clever setup by M. Raickovic. The Stakes reached a boiling point in the dying moments as the home side frantically chased the game to salvage their pride. However, Madura United's resilient defensive block stood firm to see out a vital 2-1 away victory. These three points serve as a massive lifeline for the visitors near the bottom of the table, leaving Persebaya stranded in sixth place.
Key Questions
Who were the goalscorers in this match?
Lulinha and Riquelme scored for Madura United, while R. Ardiansyah netted a late consolation goal for Persebaya Surabaya.
Did Persebaya dominate the match statistics?
Yes, Persebaya dominated with 58% possession and 16 shots, but Madura United were far more clinical, converting both of their two shots on target.
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.
Contrasting Fortunes Collide in East Java
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 37/100. A comfortable mid-table fixture for the hosts starkly contrasts with the desperate survival battle facing the struggling visitors.
The Setup
Matchday 28 of Liga 1 sees Persebaya Surabaya sitting securely in sixth place, welcoming fifteenth-placed Persepam Madura Utd to the Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium. The hosts have gathered 42 points and boast a respectable goal difference, playing with freedom as they aim for the upper echelons. Conversely, the away side is mired in a miserable rut, having lost four of their last five league outings. The modest Stakes rating reflects the broad gap in the league standings, making this a cross-quartile clash rather than a direct rival battle. The visitors' dismal Form underlines their defensive frailties, which have seen them concede 46 goals already this season. While the overall Stars appeal might be moderate, the competitive Balance tips heavily toward the home dugout, reflecting their tactical and technical superiority.
Key Battle
The defining clash will be a structural one. Expect the home midfield to dictate the tempo and monopolize possession against a heavily entrenched away defense. The visitors will likely park a low block, hoping to frustrate the hosts and strike on rare, direct counter-attacks. If the home side's playmakers can find pockets of space between the lines early on, it will be a long afternoon for the retreating away defense.
Our Prediction
The home side is fully expected to take all three points. Once they break the initial defensive resistance, the floodgates could easily open. We anticipate a controlled, commanding victory for the hosts, potentially pushing the visitors deeper into the relegation quagmire.