Liga 1 Regular Season - 5

Persib Bandung 1 - 0 FT Persebaya Surabaya

Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium

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Futmetrix Verdict
46
FT
Fri, Sep 12
Indonesia
Persib Bandung
1-0
Persebaya Surabaya
⚡ Intensity 49
⚖️ Balance 20
🏆 Stakes 50
🎲 Upset 50
Persib advance after fiery Persebaya clash.

Persib Progress After Fiery Stoppage-Time Chaos

Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 46/100. A narrow victory secured Persib's progression in a knockout tie that exploded into absolute chaos at the death.

A Tense Chess Match

The atmosphere inside Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium was electric from the very first minute. This single-leg knockout tie carried immense weight, and both sides knew there was no room for error. Persib Bandung, sitting comfortably at the summit of the league table, looked to assert their dominance early on. However, Persebaya Surabaya arrived with a clear tactical blueprint designed to thoroughly frustrate the hosts. The sheer Stakes of the encounter dictated a cautious and measured opening half. Midfield battles were fiercely contested, but neither side committed entirely forward. The Balance of play remained entirely deadlocked as defensive discipline prevailed over attacking flair. Persebaya successfully absorbed pressure, forcing Persib to rethink their strategy during the break.

Uilliam Breaks the Deadlock

The complexion of the tie shifted dramatically shortly after the restart. Persib emerged from the tunnel with renewed urgency, raising the tempo and constantly stretching the opposition's defensive lines. In the 53rd minute, the crucial breakthrough finally arrived to light up the stadium. Berguinho orchestrated the move, carving out precious space and delivering a pinpoint assist into the danger area. Uilliam timed his run perfectly, burying the chance to put the home side ahead. That single strike instantly altered the entire dynamic of the knockout tie. Persebaya could no longer rely on their deep defensive block; they had to push forward and abandon their cautious setup. The Upset Factor began to fade as Persib smartly dictated the pace.

The Boiling Point

The final stages of the match descended into pure and unfiltered chaos. Desperation slowly crept into Persebaya's play as the clock ticked down on their campaign. Persib stood incredibly firm, determined to protect their ticket to the next round at all costs. The Intensity skyrocketed deep into stoppage time, ultimately boiling over into an ugly confrontation on the pitch. In the 92nd minute, the referee brandished straight red cards to both F. Rivera of Persebaya and L. Guaycochea of Persib. The double dismissal perfectly encapsulated the raw emotion of a bitter do-or-die fixture. Despite the late drama and reduced numbers, Persib safely navigated the remaining seconds, booking their progression and sending Persebaya packing.

Key Questions

How did the red card for F. Rivera impact the match?

Arriving deep in stoppage time, his dismissal killed Persebaya's final desperate push for an equalizer, effectively sealing their elimination from the tie.

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

Persib Bandung

Midfielders
T. Paku Alam
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
K. Rudianto
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F. Putros
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A. Alis
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P. Matricardi
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F. Barba
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L. Guaycochea
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M. Klok
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Uilliam
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Berguinho
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Ramon Tanque
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BENCH
R. Darwis
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A. Dewangga
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F. Haryadi
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T. Haye
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R. Hehanusa
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H. Hehanusa
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A. Jung
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F. Maulana
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S. Ramdani
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E. Reijnders
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Julio Cesar
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B. Putra
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Persebaya Surabaya

Midfielders
E. Ari
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Catur
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Rivera
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Mitrevski
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
D. Dimov
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T. Firmansyah
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Perovic
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Bruno
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R. Malik
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M. Raickovic
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
D. Tumbas
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
M. Baihaqi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
D. Rizky
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
O. Fernando
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Irianto
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Diego Mauricio
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
K. Raditya
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Putra
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D. Wicaksono
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Ramadhani
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A. Suaib
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Tata
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Freitas Gali
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Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
09/12/2025 Persib Bandung 1 - 0 Persebaya Surabaya Liga 1 Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium
03/01/2025 Persebaya Surabaya 4 - 1 Persib Bandung Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo
10/18/2024 Persib Bandung 2 - 0 Persebaya Surabaya Liga 1 Stadion Si Jalak Harupat
04/20/2024 Persib Bandung 3 - 1 Persebaya Surabaya Liga 1 Stadion Si Jalak Harupat
10/07/2023 Persebaya Surabaya 2 - 3 Persib Bandung Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo
03/13/2023 Persebaya Surabaya 2 - 2 Persib Bandung Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Joko Samudro
09/12/2025
Liga 1 Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium
03/01/2025
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo
10/18/2024
Liga 1 Stadion Si Jalak Harupat
04/20/2024
Liga 1 Stadion Si Jalak Harupat
10/07/2023
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo
03/13/2023
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Joko Samudro
Persib Bandung Win
Persebaya Surabaya Win
Draw