Liga 1 Regular Season - 11
Persija Jakarta 3 - 1 FT PSBS Biak Numfor
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
PSBS Biak Numfor
Midfielders
Kadu
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Hwang Myung-Hyun
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Luquinhas
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E. Barbosa
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S. Embalo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
G. Brown
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R. Blanco
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Y. Putra
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M. Madjar
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Pablo Andrade
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
H. Susanto
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BENCH
A. Wisnu
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
H. Ardiansyah
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Budiyono
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
I. Hadi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Agung
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
N. Alom
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M. Isa
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Oktaviansyah
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
L. Oktavianto
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
I. Armaiyn
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S. Gwijangge
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M. Hassan
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League Standings
P: 11 GD: +14
P: 11 GD: +11
P: 11 GD: +13
P: 11 GD: +8
P: 11 GD: +5
P: 11 GD: +2
P: 11 GD: +6
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 11 GD: 0
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 11 GD: +1
P: 11 GD: -9
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 11 GD: -11
P: 11 GD: -11
P: 11 GD: -12
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Persib Bandung | 29 | 66 | 50 | 18 | +32 | |
| 2 | Pusamania Borneo | 28 | 63 | 58 | 28 | +30 | |
| 3 | Persija | 29 | 59 | 52 | 26 | +26 | |
| 4 | Bhayangkara FC | 29 | 47 | 39 | 34 | +5 | |
| 5 | Malut United | 29 | 46 | 54 | 41 | +13 | |
| 6 | Persebaya Surabaya | 29 | 45 | 41 | 35 | +6 | |
| 7 | Bali United | 29 | 42 | 48 | 42 | +6 | |
| 8 | Persita | 29 | 41 | 35 | 28 | +7 | |
| 9 | Dewa United | 28 | 41 | 35 | 34 | +1 | |
| 10 | Arema FC | 29 | 39 | 40 | 37 | +3 | |
| 11 | PSIM Yogyakarta | 29 | 39 | 38 | 38 | 0 | |
| 12 | Persik Kediri | 29 | 33 | 35 | 50 | -15 | |
| 13 | Persijap | 29 | 31 | 28 | 42 | -14 | |
| 14 | PSM Makassar | 29 | 31 | 36 | 39 | -3 | |
| 15 | Persis Solo | 29 | 27 | 33 | 49 | -16 | |
| 16 | Persepam Madura Utd | 28 | 26 | 29 | 47 | -18 | |
| 17 | Semen Padang | 28 | 20 | 22 | 47 | -25 | |
| 18 | PSBS Biak Numfor | 29 | 18 | 29 | 67 | -38 |
P: 29 GD: +32
P: 28 GD: +30
P: 29 GD: +26
P: 29 GD: +5
P: 29 GD: +13
P: 29 GD: +6
P: 29 GD: +6
P: 29 GD: +7
P: 28 GD: +1
P: 29 GD: +3
P: 29 GD: 0
P: 29 GD: -15
P: 29 GD: -14
P: 29 GD: -3
P: 29 GD: -16
P: 28 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -25
P: 29 GD: -38
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Maxwell's Hat-Trick Seals Knockout Progression for Persija
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 60/100. A masterclass in finishing from Maxwell proved to be the ultimate difference as Persija booked their ticket to the next round, eliminating a stubborn PSBS Biak Numfor side in a gripping knockout tie.
Early Fireworks at Bung Karno
The atmosphere at Bung Karno Stadium was absolutely electric as this winner-takes-all knockout tie kicked off under the lights. The Intensity was off the charts from the first whistle, with the hosts pressing aggressively to stamp their authority early. Their relentless approach paid dividends when the first breakthrough arrived in the 17th minute. Maxwell stepped up to the spot and coolly converted a pressure penalty, sending the home crowd into a joyous frenzy. Persija thought they had landed a devastating second blow shortly after, but a tense VAR review chalked off the effort for a marginal offside. Surviving that massive scare gave the struggling visitors genuine belief, and they capitalised on their crucial lifeline just before the interval. A beautifully sweeping move saw R. Blanco deliver a precise ball to Pablo Andrade, who finished with absolute aplomb to restore parity. The opening act concluded with both sides fully aware of the massive elimination Stakes resting on every single kick.
The Turning Point
Coming out of the tunnel for the second half, the tie hung delicately in the Balance. PSBS Biak Numfor, currently languishing near the bottom of the league table and staring down a perilous relegation battle, viewed this cup fixture as the perfect opportunity to ignite a dismal season. They showed tremendous resilience, threatening to unleash a massive Upset Factor against the heavy favourites. However, pure attacking class ultimately told the story as the hour mark approached. In the 61st minute, R. Eksel found a clever pocket of space in the midfield and threaded a brilliant, eye-of-the-needle pass into the path of Maxwell. The lethal forward made absolutely no mistake, grabbing his second goal of the afternoon and shifting the tactical momentum firmly back to the hosts. The visitors were immediately forced to abandon their shape, pushing bodies forward and leaving gaping defensive holes in their desperate search for another equaliser.
Sealing the Deal
As the clock mercilessly ticked down, the visitors threw all remaining caution to the wind, throwing extra men into the final third to keep their fading cup dreams alive. But Persija absorbed the mounting pressure masterfully, sitting deep and waiting for the perfect moment to spring a devastating counter-attack. In the 90th minute, that golden moment finally arrived. Allano orchestrated a lightning-fast break out of the defensive third, holding off his marker before teeing up Maxwell to smash home his third goal of the game, completing a sensational, match-winning hat-trick. Our take is that this ruthless, clinical edge in front of goal was the ultimate differentiator in an otherwise gritty battle. Persija win the tie in emphatic fashion and deservedly progress to the next stage, while PSBS Biak Numfor must now pack their bags and return their entire focus to surviving their grim domestic reality.
Key Questions
Who were the goalscorers in this match?
Maxwell was the standout star with a brilliant hat-trick for Persija, while Pablo Andrade netted the sole goal for PSBS Biak Numfor.
Which team progressed from this tie?
Persija emerged victorious in this single-leg knockout match, eliminating PSBS Biak Numfor and advancing to the next round.
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.
No Room for Error in Lopsided Knockout Tie
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 65/100. The stark gap in quality makes this elimination clash look like a routine victory on paper, but single-leg pressure always demands complete focus.
The Setup
Persija are flying high right now. Their commanding Form rating reflects an unbeaten run that screams total confidence. They welcome a struggling PSBS Biak Numfor side to Bung Karno Stadium on October 31, 2025. The visitors are stuck at the bottom of the table with a porous defence. This vast discrepancy creates a very low Balance score, hinting at a potential rout. While the overall Stakes feel muted due to the obvious mismatch, and the lack of marquee Stars dampens massive global interest, a win-or-go-home scenario always carries pure dramatic tension.
Key Battle
Expect a classic attack versus defence scenario. The home side's fluid forward line will endlessly probe a deeply set defensive block. The visitors must remain perfectly disciplined at the back to survive the opening barrage. If that fragile away defence cracks early, the floodgates will open wide.
Our Take
Superiority dictates the outcome here. The hosts will dominate possession and pin the visitors deep in their own half. Once the first goal goes in, resistance will crumble. Persija are expected to progress comfortably and eliminate their opponents without breaking a sweat.