Liga 1 Gameweek 1

Persib Bandung 3 - 1 FT PSM Makassar

Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium

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Futmetrix Verdict
62
FT
Sun, Sep 6
Indonesia
Persib Bandung
3-1
PSM Makassar
⚡ Intensity 40
⚖️ Balance 74
🏆 Stakes 70
🎲 Upset 0
Persib's second-half blitz sinks early PSM shock.

Win Probability

  • Persib Bandung 66%
  • Draw 21%
  • PSM Makassar 13%

Futmetrix AI estimate

Second-Half Surge Keeps Persib's Title Dream Alive

Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 62/100. A devastating second-half turnaround demonstrated champion mentality while plunging the visitors deeper into relegation peril.

The Early Stunner

The script at Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium was torn up just six minutes in. K. Tanaka silenced the partisan home crowd, finishing off a sharp, calculated pass from N. Foor to give the relegation-threatened visitors a shock early lead. The Upset Factor was immediately palpable across the terraces. Despite edged possession feeling dead even at 50-50 for much of the half, Persib Bandung struggled to break through a resilient defensive block. PSM Makassar looked perfectly happy to sit deep, absorb pressure, and frustrate their illustrious hosts throughout a tense, disjointed opening forty-five minutes.

The Three-Minute Blitz

Whatever was said in the home dressing room sparked an absolute fire. The Balance of the match flipped completely on its head immediately after the restart. In the 48th minute, P. Matricardi powered home a brilliant delivery from T. Haye to level the scoreline and awaken the stadium. Before the shell-shocked visitors could even attempt to regroup, B. Sekulic struck just three minutes later, capitalising on a clever A. Alis assist. This sudden, violent spike in Intensity completely overwhelmed PSM's previously stubborn backline, transforming a frustrating afternoon into a dominant display of attacking intent from the league leaders.

Sealing the Deal

With the vital advantage finally secured, Persib managed the closing stages with the calm authority you expect from true title contenders. The massive Stakes of a late-season championship push demanded absolute focus, and Uilliam provided the ultimate insurance policy. His 82nd-minute strike, beautifully set up by L. Menalo, buried any lingering hopes of an away comeback. This decisive 3-1 victory leaves Persib sitting pretty at the top of the table with AFC Champions League qualification firmly in their sights, whilst PSM remain mired in a desperate, bruising fight for survival at the bottom.

Key Questions

How did Persib Bandung complete the comeback from behind?

Persib flipped the script right after halftime, with P. Matricardi and B. Sekulic scoring within three minutes of each other before Uilliam's late clincher.

What does this mean for Persib Bandung's season?

This vital victory keeps them at the summit of Liga 1, putting them one step closer to the league title and Asian continental qualification.

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.

Match Statistics

Possession
50%
50%
Persib Bandung 50%
PSM Makassar 50%
Shots on Target
5
3
Persib Bandung 5
PSM Makassar 3
Corners
5
3
Persib Bandung 5
PSM Makassar 3
Yellow Cards
1
2
Persib Bandung 1
PSM Makassar 2
Red Cards
0
0
Persib Bandung 0
PSM Makassar 0

Match Events

K. Tanaka (N. Foor) 6'
40' 🔄 M. Klok A. Alis
HT
46' 🔄 B. Putra B. Sekulic
48' P. Matricardi (T. Haye)
51' B. Sekulic (A. Alis)
S. Jevtoski 🟨 55'
56' 🟨 M. Peralta
N. Foor F. Aditia 🔄 59'
K. Tanaka L. Cumic 🔄 59'
77' 🔄 M. Peralta L. Menalo
77' 🔄 T. Haye D. Kusnandar
A. Tanjung 🟨 80'
82' Uilliam (L. Menalo)
R. Pratama G. Pagamo 🔄 85'
86' 🔄 Berguinho R. Oratmangoen
A. Tanjung M. Hidayat 🔄 86'
FT

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
05/17/2026 PSM Makassar 1 - 2 Persib Bandung Liga 1 Gelora BJ Habibie
12/27/2025 Persib Bandung 1 - 0 PSM Makassar Liga 1 Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium
02/01/2025 Persib Bandung 1 - 0 PSM Makassar Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bandung Lautan Api
09/11/2024 PSM Makassar 0 - 0 Persib Bandung Liga 1 Stadion Batakan
07/19/2024 Persib Bandung 2 - 0 PSM Makassar Piala Presiden Stadion Si Jalak Harupat
12/04/2023 Persib Bandung 0 - 0 PSM Makassar Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bandung Lautan Api
07/22/2023 PSM Makassar 4 - 2 Persib Bandung Liga 1 Stadion Gelora B.J. Habibie
02/14/2023 Persib Bandung 1 - 2 PSM Makassar Liga 1 Stadion Pakansari Bogor
08/29/2022 PSM Makassar 5 - 1 Persib Bandung Liga 1 Stadion Gelora B.J. Habibie
02/22/2022 PSM Makassar 0 - 2 Persib Bandung Liga 1 Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta
05/17/2026
Liga 1 Gelora BJ Habibie
12/27/2025
Liga 1 Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium
02/01/2025
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bandung Lautan Api
09/11/2024
Liga 1 Stadion Batakan
07/19/2024
Piala Presiden Stadion Si Jalak Harupat
12/04/2023
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora Bandung Lautan Api
07/22/2023
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora B.J. Habibie
02/14/2023
Liga 1 Stadion Pakansari Bogor
08/29/2022
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora B.J. Habibie
02/22/2022
Liga 1 Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta
Persib Bandung Win
PSM Makassar Win
Draw

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Arema FC 1 3 4 0 +4 WArema FC 4 - 0 Adhyaksa (04-09-2026)
1 Arema FC 1 3 4 0 +4 WArema FC 4 - 0 Adhyaksa (04-09-2026)
2 Bali United 1 3 2 1 +1 WBali United 2 - 1 PSS Sleman (04-09-2026)
2 Persib Bandung 1 3 3 1 +2 WPersib Bandung 3 - 1 PSM Makassar (06-09-2026)
3 PSIM Yogyakarta 1 1 1 1 0 DPSIM Yogyakarta 1 - 1 Persita (05-09-2026)
3 Persepam Madura Utd 1 3 2 0 +2 WPersepam Madura Utd 2 - 0 Persijap (06-09-2026)
4 Persita 1 1 1 1 0 DPSIM Yogyakarta 1 - 1 Persita (05-09-2026)
4 Bali United 1 3 2 1 +1 WBali United 2 - 1 PSS Sleman (04-09-2026)
5 PSS Sleman 1 0 1 2 -1 LBali United 2 - 1 PSS Sleman (04-09-2026)
5 Persija 1 3 1 0 +1 WPusamania Borneo 0 - 1 Persija (05-09-2026)
6 Adhyaksa 1 0 0 4 -4 LArema FC 4 - 0 Adhyaksa (04-09-2026)
6 Dewa United 1 3 1 0 +1 WPersik Kediri 0 - 1 Dewa United (05-09-2026)
7 Bhayangkara FC 1 1 1 1 0 DBhayangkara FC 1 - 1 Persebaya Surabaya (05-09-2026)
8 Persebaya Surabaya 1 1 1 1 0 DBhayangkara FC 1 - 1 Persebaya Surabaya (05-09-2026)
9 PSIM Yogyakarta 1 1 1 1 0 DPSIM Yogyakarta 1 - 1 Persita (05-09-2026)
10 Persita 1 1 1 1 0 DPSIM Yogyakarta 1 - 1 Persita (05-09-2026)
11 Malut United 1 1 1 1 0 DMalut United 1 - 1 Garudayaksa (06-09-2026)
12 Garudayaksa 1 1 1 1 0 DMalut United 1 - 1 Garudayaksa (06-09-2026)
13 PSS Sleman 1 0 1 2 -1 LBali United 2 - 1 PSS Sleman (04-09-2026)
14 Pusamania Borneo 1 0 0 1 -1 LPusamania Borneo 0 - 1 Persija (05-09-2026)
15 Persik Kediri 1 0 0 1 -1 LPersik Kediri 0 - 1 Dewa United (05-09-2026)
16 PSM Makassar 1 0 1 3 -2 LPersib Bandung 3 - 1 PSM Makassar (06-09-2026)
17 Persijap 1 0 0 2 -2 LPersepam Madura Utd 2 - 0 Persijap (06-09-2026)
18 Adhyaksa 1 0 0 4 -4 LArema FC 4 - 0 Adhyaksa (04-09-2026)