Liga 1 Regular Season - 13
Persija 3 - 1 FT Persik Kediri
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Persija
Midfielders
Carlos Eduardo
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Bruno Tubarao
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Thales
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R. Ridho
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Alan Cardoso
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Sousa
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Fabio Silva
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A. Abdulmanan
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Witan
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Maxwell
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R. Eksel
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BENCH
A. Ardhiyasa
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H. Rizkianur
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S. Alhawari
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A. Fadilah
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R. Fahmi
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H. Yama
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B. Rifai
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F. Dennis
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A. Warman
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Gustavo Franca
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A. Nico
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J. Pahlevi
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Persik Kediri
Midfielders
Leo Navacchio
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H. Herdiana
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Lucao
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Kiko
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F. Aditama
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T. Castanheira
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I. Garcia
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E. Walian
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Y. Munawar
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Jose Enrique
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W. Lugo
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BENCH
R. Abhirama
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H. Al Malik
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V. Yagalo
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A. E. Jayanto
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Y. Meilana
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Bayu Otto
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H. Riza
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I. Mila
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H. Samir
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R. Sanjaya
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P. M. Serra Matos
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M. Supriadi
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/19/2025 | Persik Kediri | 0 - 1 | Persija | Liga 1 | Stadion Gelora Supriyadi |
| 12/01/2024 | Persija | 2 - 0 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Stadion Pakansari Bogor |
| 03/16/2024 | Persija | 2 - 0 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta |
| 09/17/2023 | Persik Kediri | 1 - 2 | Persija | Liga 1 | Stadion Brawijaya |
| 03/12/2023 | Persik Kediri | 2 - 0 | Persija | Liga 1 | Stadion Brawijaya |
| 12/10/2022 | Persija | 1 - 1 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Stadion Jatidiri |
| 02/19/2022 | Persija | 2 - 1 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta |
| 10/30/2021 | Persik Kediri | 2 - 2 | Persija | Liga 1 | Stadion Manahan |
04/19/2025
12/01/2024
03/16/2024
09/17/2023
03/12/2023
12/10/2022
02/19/2022
10/30/2021
Persija Win
Persik Kediri Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Persija Punish Persik's Indiscipline in Bung Karno Showdown
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 66/100. A textbook example of how a single moment of indiscipline can destroy a tactical masterclass in knockout football.
The Tactical Cage
The knockout atmosphere at Bung Karno Stadium brought an immediate surge of Intensity to the pitch. Persija, sitting near the top of the table and heavy favourites to progress, found themselves stifled by a rigid Persik Kediri setup. The visitors absorbed pressure efficiently, turning the first half into a tactical gridlock. Their patience paid off brilliantly in the 43rd minute when E. Walian snatched a shock opening goal. The stadium fell silent as the reality of a potential early elimination loomed over the home side. The Balance of power firmly favoured the underdogs as they headed down the tunnel.
The Red Card Pivot
Knockout ties hinge on fine margins, and the visitors squandered theirs just five minutes into the second half. T. Castanheira's dismissal in the 50th minute was a catastrophic error that completely altered the landscape of the match. Forced into a low block with ten men, the immense Stakes suddenly overwhelmed Persik's defensive structure. Persija immediately turned the screw. R. Eksel found the equaliser on the hour mark, finishing off a sharp move orchestrated by Witan. The Upset Factor instantly evaporated, replaced by a relentless wave of attacks from the home side.
The Ruthless Finish
With the numerical advantage securely in hand, Persija dismantled what remained of the opposition's resistance. The decisive blow arrived in the 71st minute when Maxwell finished a precise pass from Bruno Tubarao, putting the hosts ahead and in control of their own destiny. As Persik chased shadows, Witan hammered the final nail into the coffin in the 78th minute, returning the favour with an assist from Maxwell. This 3-1 victory ensures Persija progress to the next round, serving as a brutal reminder of how quickly fortunes flip in single-leg football.
Key Questions
How did the red card for T. Castanheira impact the match?
It destroyed Persik's defensive stability. Persija ruthlessly exploited the extra space against ten men to score three unanswered goals and secure their progression.
How did Persija complete the comeback from behind?
Capitalising on their numerical superiority, Persija equalised through R. Eksel, took the lead via Maxwell, and sealed the victory with Witan's late strike.
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 at Bung Karno Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 69/100. This single-leg elimination tie heavily favors the hosts, making it a routine procession rather than a mandatory spectacle for neutrals.
The Setup
Persija enter this knockout fixture riding a wave of immense domestic momentum. Their formidable goal-scoring record highlights a team operating at absolute peak efficiency. A strong Form rating reflects their unbeaten streak, contrasting sharply with Persik Kediri's ongoing miseries. The hosts sit near the summit of the standings, which translates to a distinctly lopsided Balance metric. A modest Stakes score suggests the broader footballing world might look elsewhere today. Combine this with a low Stars rating, and you have a match noticeably lacking global headline-makers. Yet, in a winner-takes-all knockout scenario at Bung Karno Stadium on November 20, 2025, the pressure rests entirely on the home side to deliver a flawless performance and avoid a catastrophic upset.
Key Battle
Without standout individual matchups to highlight, this tie comes down to sheer structural integrity. Persija's clinical attacking unit faces a Persik Kediri back line that leaks goals at an alarming rate. The visitors concede far too easily away from home. Expect the away side to drop deep into a resilient low block, daring the hosts to pick the lock. The home midfield will dictate the tempo, monopolizing possession while waiting for the inevitable defensive lapse from their opponents.
Our Prediction
Expect a totally dominant home performance. Persik Kediri will sit deep to absorb the early waves of pressure, hoping to survive the onslaught. However, Persija's offensive cohesion and relentless pace will eventually shatter their resistance. Persija win the tie and progress to the next round, wrapping up the job long before the final whistle blows.