Liga 1 Regular Season - 6
Persebaya Surabaya 1 - 0 FT Semen Padang
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
12/15/2024
11/28/2019
07/28/2019
Persebaya Surabaya Win
Semen Padang Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
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.
Do-or-Die Mismatch: Persebaya Set to End Semen Padang's Run
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 36/100. This lopsided knockout tie offers little widespread appeal as struggling Semen Padang look totally unequipped to halt Persebaya Surabaya's inevitable progression.
The Setup
A dismal Stars rating highlights the severe lack of marquee talent taking the pitch at Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium on September 19, 2025. This single-leg knockout tie heavily favours the home side. Semen Padang’s disastrous domestic campaign bleeds into this fixture, resulting in a low Balance rating that spells absolute trouble. While the Stakes are technically high for the visitors in a do-or-die scenario, their erratic Form suggests they lack the structural cohesion to mount a serious challenge against a much stronger opponent.
Key Battle
The home midfield versus the away back line. Semen Padang have shipped an abysmal 41 goals in 25 league matches this season. Expect Persebaya's midfield orchestrators to exploit those massive defensive gaps with minimal resistance.
Our Take
Persebaya Surabaya win the tie and progress. The hosts will take early control of possession, suffocating a fragile Semen Padang side and cruising to a thoroughly comfortable victory before the final whistle.