Liga 1 Regular Season - 4
Persijap 0 - 0 FT Arema FC
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Persijap
Midfielders
R. Moura
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R. Hidayat
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N. Yakubu
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F. Afriyanto
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D. Brito
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R. Akbar
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W. Hamisi
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A. Gomez
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Rosalvo
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A. Sudi
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Franca Carlos
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BENCH
S. Johansah
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S. Sanggasi
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F. Sokoy
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A. Fadlillah
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R. Hidayat
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Dicky Kurniawan
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D. Laly
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E. Sakyi
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A. Ardiana
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Indra Arya
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P. Kallon
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R. Saepul
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Arema FC
Midfielders
A. Satryo
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A. Farisi
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Luiz Gustavo
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Matheus Blade
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B. Setiawan
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Odivan
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I. Puleio
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Betinho
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D. Setiawan
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Valdeci
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Paulinho Moccelin
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BENCH
Lucas Frigeri
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M. Iksan
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M. Marasabessy
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M. Rifai
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F. Arjidan
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R. Fachrezi
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D. Mardiyanto
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D. Santoso
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B. Scheunemann
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S. G. Balinsa
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J. Guevara
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M. Rafli
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Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Double Red Ends in Goalless Grind
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 30/100. A chaotic first half defined by indiscipline gave way to a dire stalemate that belongs nowhere near your watchlist.
Cagey Opening Exchanges
The opening exchanges under the floodlights at Gelora Bumi Kartini Stadium immediately set a distinctly grim tone for the evening. Persijap, hovering dangerously near the dreaded drop zone with a troubling run of recent draws, looked completely terrified of taking any forward risks. Arema FC arrived carrying the heavy burden of their own desperate form, desperately needing a spark to snap a miserable run of league defeats. With such massive Stakes on the line, the resulting football was profoundly fearful. The central midfield quickly became a congested, bruising battleground where possession changed hands cheaply and repeatedly. Neither side managed to string together more than three consecutive passes in the crucial attacking third. It was a classic, disjointed clash between two struggling outfits terrified of making the first fatal mistake, resulting in an incredibly frustrating start to a crucial league fixture.
The Discipline Collapse
The defining pivot of this ugly encounter had absolutely nothing to do with moments of tactical brilliance or attacking flair. Instead, the game exploded in the worst possible fashion just past the half-hour mark. In the 36th minute, A. Gomez was given his marching orders following a reckless challenge, reducing the hosts to ten men and throwing their game plan out the window. Arema FC were immediately handed the ultimate numerical lifeline to seize total control. Rather than capitalising on this golden opportunity, they completely self-destructed. Just six minutes later, Betinho saw a straight red card of his own to level the playing field once more. The physical Intensity flared dangerously as tempers boiled over, but the actual football suffered immensely. With ten against ten on the pitch, any remaining semblance of tactical structure completely dissolved before the half-time whistle blew.
A Pointless Point Claimed
The second half offered zero attacking redemption for the suffering supporters in attendance. Neither manager proved capable of restoring proper Balance to their hastily reshuffled formations following the dismissals. Persijap effectively parked the bus, stubbornly content to protect a gritty, uninspiring point on their own home turf. Arema FC entirely lacked the necessary creative spark and vision to break down such a rigid defensive block, repeatedly funnelling the ball into dead ends. There was absolutely zero Upset Factor lurking on either substitutes' bench during the dire closing stages; both sides looked utterly exhausted and entirely devoid of winning ideas. The final whistle brought a merciful wave of relief. Walking away with a solitary, scoreless point does absolutely nothing to aid either team's desperate bid to climb towards safety in the Liga 1 table.
Key Questions
How did the red card for A. Gomez impact the match?
A. Gomez's dismissal killed Persijap's tactical setup, instantly turning the match into a physical scrap before Betinho's subsequent red card levelled the playing field entirely.
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.
Mid-Table Malaise Awaits at Gelora Bumi Kartini Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 6/100. With little on the line and both teams struggling to find their rhythm, this mid-table Liga 1 fixture is unlikely to go down as a classic.
The Setup
Persijap welcome Arema FC on August 30, 2025, in a match heavily penalized by a dismal Stakes rating. Sitting dangerously low in 14th place, the hosts have only managed five wins all season, reflected by a heavily depressed Form grade. Arema FC, currently navigating the safety of 11th, aren't faring much better after suffering three defeats in their last five outings. The utter lack of top-tier Stars on display makes this a gritty war of attrition rather than a technical spectacle. While the competitive Balance marginally favors the visitors given their ten-point cushion in the standings, both sides have shown too much vulnerability to guarantee an engaging 90 minutes.
Key Battle
With no marquee names dominating the pre-match headlines, the outcome will be decided by a blunt force confrontation between Persijap's leaky defense and Arema's heavily inconsistent attack. The visitors have managed 36 goals this season, but breaking down a desperate home unit fighting for lower-table stability will require far more invention than they have shown in recent weeks.
Our Prediction
We expect a disjointed draw. Neither side possesses the reliable firepower to comfortably dictate terms and assert dominance. A scrappy, low-event 1-1 finish seems the most logical outcome, with both teams ultimately settling for a share of the spoils.