Liga 1 Regular Season - 21

Persik Kediri 2 - 2 FT PSIM Yogyakarta

Brawijaya Stadium

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Futmetrix Verdict
68
FT
Fri, Feb 13
Indonesia
Persik Kediri
2-2
PSIM Yogyakarta
⚡ Intensity 60
⚖️ Balance 80
🏆 Stakes 50
🎲 Upset 50
A breathtaking four-goal thriller unfolded.

A Breathless Draw at Brawijaya Stadium

Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 68/100. This explosive four-goal contest shattered modest expectations, delivering a spectacular exhibition of attacking resilience and constant lead changes.

The Opening Exchanges

Brawijaya Stadium witnessed a remarkably frantic start as both sides looked to stamp their absolute authority from the opening whistle. The early exchanges were defined by rugged challenges and high tactical stakes, with neither team willing to concede an inch of turf. The hosts finally struck first blood just after the half-hour mark. J. Toral found the back of the net in the 31st minute, cleanly finishing off a highly sophisticated attacking move orchestrated by E. Gomez. But the home crowd's celebrations were incredibly short-lived. PSIM responded almost instantly, refusing to let the setback derail their game plan. E. Vidal dragged the visitors back into the contest just six minutes later, capitalising on a brilliantly timed feed from C. Supriadi. The sheer Intensity of the first half left the supporters absolutely breathless and eagerly anticipating the second period.

The Penalty Pivot

The hosts emerged from the tunnel with renewed vigour, aggressively pushing their fullbacks higher up the pitch to overwhelm the visitors. Their sustained attacking pressure eventually forced a critical error inside the penalty area, leading to a crucial spot-kick being awarded in the 57th minute. E. Walian stepped up to the mark, completely unfazed by the immense pressure, and coolly dispatched the penalty to restore Persik's narrow advantage. At 2-1, this genuinely felt like the decisive moment the match would permanently swing in the home team's favour. The overall Balance of power had seemingly shifted toward the hosts. Yet, defending a precarious lead proved to be an entirely insurmountable challenge for a defensive unit that has looked remarkably fragile throughout this deeply frustrating Liga 1 campaign.

The Final Resolution

PSIM Yogyakarta simply refused to lie down and accept defeat gracefully. Just five minutes after falling behind to that bitter penalty, E. Vidal struck once again to stun the locals. He met a perfectly weighted, pinpoint pass from R. Cahyana in the 62nd minute, silencing the partisan home crowd and dragging the scoreline back to 2-2. The final half-hour rapidly devolved into a chaotic, end-to-end battle of attrition, with both sets of players desperately chasing a late, dramatic winner. Ultimately, neither side could find that vital final touch in front of goal. The frustrating draw keeps PSIM locked in their persistent habit of sharing the spoils on the road, while Persik must reluctantly settle for a solitary point that does very little to ease their ongoing mid-table struggles.

Key Questions

Who was the standout performer for PSIM Yogyakarta?

E. Vidal was the undeniable star for the visitors, scoring a crucial brace to secure a hard-fought away draw.

Did Persik Kediri convert their penalty opportunity?

Yes, E. Walian successfully converted a high-pressure penalty in the 57th minute to briefly give his side the lead.

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.

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

Persik Kediri

Midfielders
Leo Navacchio
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Kiko
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
H. Hehanusa
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Firly
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Sanjaya
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Luna
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Toral
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
I. Garcia
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
E. Gomez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Jose Enrique
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
E. Walian
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
R. Abhirama
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
H. Al Malik
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Bayu Otto
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. E. Jayanto
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Abimanyu
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
H. Herdiana
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Supriadi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
W. Pratama
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
V. Yagalo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Meneses Chechu
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Ray
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Rodrigo Dias
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

PSIM Yogyakarta

Midfielders
C. Supriadi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Cahyana
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. van den Avert
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Ramos Mingo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Y. Yamadera
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Sudin
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Ze Valente
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Rakhmatzoda
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
E. Vidal
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
N. Haljeta
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Abiyoso
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
K. Fikri
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Setyo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
M. Iqbal
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
D. Corfe
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Sheva
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Teddy
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Irfan
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
G. Fatkur
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Hardiawan
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Adi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
D. Sapari
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
10/31/2025 PSIM Yogyakarta 2 - 1 Persik Kediri Liga 1 Mandala Krida Stadium
09/02/2019 Persik Kediri 2 - 0 PSIM Yogyakarta Liga 2
07/01/2019 PSIM Yogyakarta 1 - 2 Persik Kediri Liga 2
10/31/2025
Liga 1 Mandala Krida Stadium
09/02/2019
Liga 2
07/01/2019
Liga 2
Persik Kediri Win
PSIM Yogyakarta Win
Draw