Liga 1 Regular Season - 5

Persepam Madura Utd 0 - 0 FT Bhayangkara FC

Gelora Ratu Pamelingan Stadium

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Futmetrix Verdict
16
FT
Fri, Sep 12
Indonesia
Persepam Madura Utd
0-0
Bhayangkara FC
⚡ Intensity 13
⚖️ Balance 0
🏆 Stakes 50
🎲 Upset 50
VAR denies Madura a shock victory.

Stalemate at Pamelingan: Madura United Derail Bhayangkara’s Winning Run

Skip It Futmetrix Score: 16/100. A gritty, tactical war of attrition where relegation survival instincts successfully stifled top-half ambition.

A Cagey Start in Madura

Bhayangkara FC arrived at the Gelora Ratu Pamelingan Stadium boasting a formidable five-match winning streak, widely expected to brush aside their struggling hosts. Instead, the opening exchanges revealed a deeply entrenched Persepam Madura Utd fighting desperately for their Liga 1 lives. The Intensity was purely physical rather than technical, with heavy tackles flying in and neither side willing to commit too many bodies forward. Madura sat deep, absorbing the pressure and congesting the central channels to force Bhayangkara into safe, lateral passes. The visitors dominated possession but entirely lacked the cutting edge required to dismantle a resolute low block. The early tempo clearly set the tone for a grueling tactical stalemate rather than a fluid attacking spectacle.

The VAR Heartbreak

The only genuine flashpoint of the afternoon arrived in the 36th minute. From a rare, direct foray forward, Madura United briefly thought they had engineered a massive upset. Ruxi found space in the penalty area, turning the ball past the Bhayangkara goalkeeper to send the home faithful into absolute delirium. The celebrations, however, were brutally cut short. A lengthy VAR review ensued, ultimately ruling that Ruxi had strayed offside during the build-up phase. The tight decision preserved the Balance of a goalless game, but more crucially, it completely deflated the stadium's atmosphere. With the Upset Factor temporarily neutralized, both teams retreated back into their cautious defensive shells until the halftime whistle blew.

Fighting for Survival

The second half offered little respite from the tactical gridlock. Bhayangkara pushed slightly higher up the pitch in search of a breakthrough, but their attacking contingent was continually frustrated by Madura's iron-clad defensive shape. The Stakes were simply too high for the hosts to risk opening up and chasing three points. As the final whistle blew on a 0-0 draw, the contrast in emotions was stark. Bhayangkara’s relentless winning momentum finally hit a brick wall, leaving them anchored in sixth place. For Madura United, still languishing in 16th place and the relegation zone, this ugly, hard-earned point represents a vital lifeline. It proves they possess the defensive discipline necessary for the impending relegation battle.

Key Questions

Why was Ruxi's goal disallowed?

Ruxi's 36th-minute strike was ruled out after a VAR review confirmed he was in an offside position during the build-up.

How does this draw impact the league standings?

Madura United remains trapped in the relegation zone in 16th place, while Bhayangkara FC's impressive five-game winning streak ends, keeping them in 6th.

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

Persepam Madura Utd

Midfielders
M. Saputra
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Rizki
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Ruxi
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Iran Junior
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P. Monteiro
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K. Palic
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T. Muslihuddin
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V. Gryshyn
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Mendonca
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A. Kusuma
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Lulinha
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
A. Harlan
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Nurdiansyah
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T. Hidayat
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Rusadi
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N. Sasongko
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Alesandro
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Ilhamsyah
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
P. Sitanggang
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Wehrmann
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Maulidino
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Nufiandani
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Balotelli
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

Bhayangkara FC

Midfielders
A. Savik
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Idrus
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Andika
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Moises Gaucho
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
N. Sadiki
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S. Damjanovic
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
W. Subo
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F. Sadat
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
I. Spasojevic
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Missa
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Plazonja
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
Awan Setho
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Ferarri
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
P. Gede
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Syawal
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Leo Silva
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Rizki
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
T. Ichsan
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Borgelin
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Kurnia
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A. Nieto
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D. Sulistyawan
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D. Kusnandar
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Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
03/01/2024 Bhayangkara FC 3 - 2 Persepam Madura Utd Liga 1 PTIK Stadium
08/25/2023 Persepam Madura Utd 0 - 0 Bhayangkara FC Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bangkalan
02/20/2023 Bhayangkara FC 4 - 0 Persepam Madura Utd Liga 1 Stadion Wibawa Mukti
09/08/2022 Persepam Madura Utd 1 - 0 Bhayangkara FC Liga 1 Gelora Madura Ratu Pamelingan Stadium
01/14/2022 Persepam Madura Utd 2 - 3 Bhayangkara FC Liga 1 Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta
09/18/2021 Bhayangkara FC 1 - 0 Persepam Madura Utd Liga 1 Stadion Si Jalak Harupat
11/22/2019 Persepam Madura Utd 1 - 2 Bhayangkara FC Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bangkalan (Bangkalan)
03/01/2024
Liga 1 PTIK Stadium
08/25/2023
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bangkalan
02/20/2023
Liga 1 Stadion Wibawa Mukti
09/08/2022
Liga 1 Gelora Madura Ratu Pamelingan Stadium
01/14/2022
Liga 1 Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta
09/18/2021
Liga 1 Stadion Si Jalak Harupat
11/22/2019
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bangkalan (Bangkalan)
Persepam Madura Utd Win
Bhayangkara FC Win
Draw