Liga 1 Regular Season - 31
Persik Kediri 3 - 2 FT Arema FC
Match Events
8' E. Gomez (T. Castanheira)
L. Guntara 14'
28' T. Castanheira (Bayu Otto)
43' E. Gomez (Bayu Otto)
HT
↓ M. Rifai ↑S. Tuharea 46'
↓ A. Fikri ↑J. Hariono 46'
↓ L. Guntara ↑A. Farisi 46'
Betinho 51'
↓ Gustavo Franca ↑Joel Vinicius 61'
63' ↓ A. E. Jayanto ↑V. Yagalo
63' ↓ Jose Enrique ↑Rodrigo Dias
66' H. Hehanusa
74' A. Luna
↓ Gabriel Silva ↑Valdeci 78'
81' ↓ T. Castanheira ↑S. Abimanyu
81' ↓ A. Luna ↑M. Supriadi
Walisson Maia 83'
Dalberto (S. Tuharea) 86'
Walisson Maia (R. Fahmi) 90'+6
90'+6 ↓ Bayu Otto ↑Y. Munawar
90'+8 Leo Navacchio
FT
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/11/2026 | Arema FC | 2 - 1 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Kanjuruhan Stadium |
| 05/11/2025 | Arema FC | 0 - 3 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Stadion Kanjuruhan |
| 12/16/2024 | Persik Kediri | 1 - 0 | Arema FC | Liga 1 | Stadion Brawijaya |
| 11/27/2023 | Arema FC | 0 - 1 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta |
| 07/15/2023 | Persik Kediri | 5 - 2 | Arema FC | Liga 1 | Stadion Brawijaya |
| 02/28/2023 | Arema FC | 2 - 3 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | PTIK Stadium |
| 09/17/2022 | Persik Kediri | 0 - 1 | Arema FC | Liga 1 | Stadion Brawijaya |
| 06/15/2022 | Persik Kediri | 0 - 1 | Arema FC | Piala Presiden | Stadion Kanjuruhan |
| 02/27/2022 | Arema FC | 0 - 1 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Stadion Ngurah Rai |
| 11/19/2021 | Persik Kediri | 2 - 3 | Arema FC | Liga 1 | Stadion Sultan Agung |
01/11/2026
05/11/2025
12/16/2024
11/27/2023
07/15/2023
02/28/2023
09/17/2022
06/15/2022
02/27/2022
11/19/2021
Persik Kediri Win
Arema FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 31 GD: +36
P: 31 GD: +35
P: 31 GD: +32
P: 31 GD: +23
P: 31 GD: +14
P: 31 GD: +4
P: 31 GD: +2
P: 31 GD: +6
P: 31 GD: +6
P: 31 GD: -2
P: 31 GD: -2
P: 31 GD: -15
P: 31 GD: -4
P: 31 GD: -16
P: 31 GD: -17
P: 31 GD: -23
P: 31 GD: -30
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Persib Bandung | 32 | 75 | 57 | 21 | +36 | |
| 2 | Pusamania Borneo | 32 | 73 | 64 | 28 | +36 | |
| 3 | Persija | 32 | 65 | 59 | 28 | +31 | |
| 4 | Dewa United | 32 | 53 | 44 | 35 | +9 | |
| 5 | Malut United | 32 | 52 | 66 | 45 | +21 | |
| 6 | Persebaya Surabaya | 32 | 52 | 49 | 35 | +14 | |
| 7 | Bhayangkara FC | 32 | 47 | 42 | 41 | +1 | |
| 8 | Bali United | 32 | 46 | 50 | 44 | +6 | |
| 9 | Persita | 32 | 44 | 36 | 33 | +3 | |
| 10 | Arema FC | 32 | 42 | 45 | 44 | +1 | |
| 11 | PSIM Yogyakarta | 32 | 42 | 40 | 40 | 0 | |
| 12 | Persik Kediri | 32 | 39 | 41 | 53 | -12 | |
| 13 | Persepam Madura Utd | 32 | 35 | 34 | 49 | -15 | |
| 14 | PSM Makassar | 32 | 34 | 38 | 45 | -7 | |
| 15 | Persijap | 32 | 34 | 31 | 45 | -14 | |
| 16 | Persis Solo | 32 | 28 | 35 | 58 | -23 | |
| 17 | Semen Padang | 32 | 20 | 22 | 55 | -33 | |
| 18 | PSBS Biak Numfor | 32 | 18 | 29 | 83 | -54 |
P: 32 GD: +36
P: 32 GD: +36
P: 32 GD: +31
P: 32 GD: +9
P: 32 GD: +21
P: 32 GD: +14
P: 32 GD: +1
P: 32 GD: +6
P: 32 GD: +3
P: 32 GD: +1
P: 32 GD: 0
P: 32 GD: -12
P: 32 GD: -15
P: 32 GD: -7
P: 32 GD: -14
P: 32 GD: -23
P: 32 GD: -33
P: 32 GD: -54
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
First-Half Clinicality Survives a Late Siege at Brawijaya
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 63/100. An astonishing display of early ruthlessness gave the hosts a mountain of a lead, barely withstanding a furious late rally that redefined the match narrative.
The Early Avalanche
The visitors arrived at Brawijaya Stadium expecting a tight contest between two mid-table sides, but Persik Kediri had entirely different plans. The hosts launched an immediate offensive that tore through the opposition’s defensive lines. E. Gomez set the tone with a brilliant 8th-minute opener, finishing off a sharp pass from T. Castanheira. The sheer Intensity of their counter-attacks left the away side completely bewildered. T. Castanheira then turned goalscorer on 28 minutes, capitalising on a superb delivery from Bayu Otto. Before the halftime whistle could offer any respite, E. Gomez bagged his brace following another precise assist from Otto. Persik turned their limited possession into pure gold, proving that efficiency in the final third outshines everything else.
Turning the Tide
Facing a humiliating deficit, Arema FC emerged from the tunnel with a renewed sense of urgency. The visitors took charge of the midfield, eventually controlling possession with a 55% share. As they mounted 91 total attacks, the Balance of the encounter shifted entirely toward the home penalty area. The visitors generated massive set-piece pressure, winning a staggering 10 corners compared to a solitary corner for the hosts. Yet, for all their territorial command and relentless deliveries into the box, the away side struggled to find their scoring boots for most of the second half. They registered 11 shots off target, frequently missing the decisive final touch needed to mount a credible comeback early on.
The Grandstand Finish
Just as the match seemed destined to fade out quietly, a late surge turned the stadium into a bundle of nerves. Dalberto finally broke through the resilient home defence in the 86th minute, converting an opportunity created by S. Tuharea. Suddenly, the mid-table Stakes felt monumental. The tension escalated into pure drama when Walisson Maia struck deep into stoppage time at the 98-minute mark, turning a comfortable procession into a nail-biting survival test. Persik’s defenders had to throw their bodies on the line to preserve their fragile one-goal advantage. Despite the enormous pressure, the hosts clung on to secure the three points, leaving the visitors to rue their wasteful finishing earlier in the evening.
Key Questions
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
Persik's ruthless first-half finishing built an imposing lead, while Arema's relentless set-piece pressure and late desperation sparked a chaotic, thrilling climax.
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 Beckons at Brawijaya Stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 37/100. With both sides trapped in mid-table purgatory, this clash is strictly for the hardcore supporters.
The Setup
Persik Kediri sit 12th, just six points behind 11th-placed Arema FC. The Stakes are practically non-existent as Round 31 rolls around. Neither team has anything meaningful left to play for except pure local pride. A miserable Form rating tells the story of Persik's recent woes, having lost three of their last five outings. Arema have fared slightly better, picking up a couple of wins, but the overall quality remains mediocre. Do not expect fireworks at Brawijaya Stadium.
Key Battle
Without standout Stars on either roster, this match will be decided in the muddy middle. The home side's struggling backline, leaking an alarming 51 goals this season, faces an Arema attack that barely averages over a goal a game. It is a battle of attrition rather than technical brilliance.
Our Prediction
We expect a disjointed, uninspired affair. The Balance rating highlights a slight edge for the home side on paper, but motivation will be the biggest hurdle. A low-scoring draw looks inevitable. The visitors will happily sit deep, and the hosts lack the cutting edge to break them down. Expect a scrappy 1-1.