Liga 1 Regular Season - 6

Persebaya Surabaya 1 - 0 FT Semen Padang

Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium

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Futmetrix Verdict
15
FT
Fri, Sep 19
Indonesia
Persebaya Surabaya
1-0
Semen Padang
⚡ Intensity 6
⚖️ Balance 20
🏆 Stakes 50
🎲 Upset 50
Late Bruno strike sends Persebaya through.

Bruno's Late Heroics Break Semen Padang Resistance at Gelora Bung Tomo

Skip It Futmetrix Score: 15/100. A grueling tactical battle was decided in the dying embers, ending Semen Padang's resilient cup run and keeping Persebaya Surabaya's knockout dreams fiercely alive.

A Chess Match in Surabaya

The atmosphere inside the iconic Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium was absolutely electric before kickoff, echoing with the relentless chants of the passionate local supporters. However, the actual action on the pitch initially failed to match the crowd's soaring energy levels. Persebaya Surabaya, sitting relatively comfortably in seventh place in the domestic standings, were widely expected to dictate this single-leg knockout tie right from the start. However, Semen Padang, currently battling severe relegation fears down in 17th place, arrived with a very clear, highly pragmatic defensive game plan. The tactical Balance of play heavily favored the hosts in terms of overall territorial control, but they consistently met a formidable brick wall whenever they entered the final third. The visiting defenders absorbed tremendous amounts of pressure admirably, putting their bodies on the line to frustrate the heavily favored home side. As a direct result, the overall Intensity of the first half felt surprisingly subdued. Persebaya struggled immensely to translate their obvious positional advantage into any meaningful shots on target, turning the opening forty-five minutes into a grueling tactical stalemate that left the home fans anxiously checking their watches.

The Crucial Breakthrough

As the clock ticked anxiously past the hour mark, the palpable tension inside the stadium began to rise to uncomfortable levels. The Stakes in this particular fixture could not have been any higher; in this uncompromising winner-takes-all scenario, a single solitary mistake would inevitably mean instant elimination from the competition. Semen Padang's incredibly stubborn defensive block looked entirely capable of forcing the game deep into uncharted, nerve-wracking territory. That anxious narrative held firm until the 78th minute, when the singular pivotal moment of the afternoon finally materialized out of nowhere. A rare moment of brilliant offensive clarity saw the talented Freitas Gali miraculously carve open a tiny fraction of space on the edge of the penalty area. He immediately delivered a beautifully weighted assist directly into the path of Bruno, who maintained absolute composure under immense defensive pressure. Bruno's utterly clinical finish ruthlessly shattered the long-standing deadlock, fundamentally shifting the momentum of the tie and finally rewarding the hosts' persistent, if previously quite blunt, attacking efforts.

Elimination and Relief

The frantic final ten minutes of the match essentially required Semen Padang to completely abandon their highly effective defensive shell in a desperate search for a late equalizer, hoping against hope to trigger an elusive Upset Factor. Yet, their glaring offensive limitations—hardly surprising for a struggling team burdened with a massive minus-twenty goal difference this season—were laid bare for everyone to see. Persebaya Surabaya expertly and professionally managed the remaining minutes of the contest, entirely suffocating any potential counter-attacks and successfully securing the vital 1-0 victory. This hard-fought result deservedly sends Persebaya progressing confidently into the next round, significantly fueling their campaign ambitions. For Semen Padang, the harsh elimination is undoubtedly a very bitter pill to swallow after delivering such a disciplined defensive display, but they must now rapidly redirect all their collective focus to a desperate, season-defining relegation battle back in the league.

Key Questions

Who scored the decisive goal for Persebaya Surabaya?

Bruno scored the winning goal in the 78th minute, beautifully assisted by Freitas Gali.

What does this result mean for the tournament?

Persebaya Surabaya progress to the next stage of the knockout phase, officially eliminating Semen Padang from the competition.

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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D. Tumbas
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Bruno
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D. Dimov
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T. Firmansyah
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M. Raickovic
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M. Perovic
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R. Malik
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Freitas Gali
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BENCH
R. Oscario
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S. Kardanu
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R. May
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M. Tata
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R. Irianto
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S. Putra
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D. Wicaksono
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A. Suaib
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M. Baihaqi
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D. Rizky
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O. Fernando
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Semen Padang

Midfielders
A. Augusto
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L. Guntara
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R. P. Ribeiro Sousa Peixoto
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S. Simanjuntak
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C. Stewart
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A. Meneses
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R. Wahyudi
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P. Matos
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F. Juliansyah
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A. Wakaso
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F. Chaby
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BENCH
A. Bachtiar
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A. Tuna
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R. Setiawan
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Ferdiansyah
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B. Gomes
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R. Kwateh
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I. Maulana
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A. Oropa
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M. Ridwan
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F. Triyanto
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A. Umanailo
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Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
05/11/2025 Persebaya Surabaya 1 - 1 Semen Padang Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo
12/15/2024 Semen Padang 0 - 0 Persebaya Surabaya Liga 1 Stadion GOR Haji Agus Salim
11/28/2019 Persebaya Surabaya 1 - 1 Semen Padang Liga 1 Stadion Batakan (Balikpapan)
07/28/2019 Semen Padang 0 - 0 Persebaya Surabaya Liga 1 Stadion GOR Haji Agus Salim (Padang)
05/11/2025
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo
12/15/2024
Liga 1 Stadion GOR Haji Agus Salim
11/28/2019
Liga 1 Stadion Batakan (Balikpapan)
07/28/2019
Liga 1 Stadion GOR Haji Agus Salim (Padang)
Persebaya Surabaya Win
Semen Padang Win
Draw