Liga 1 Regular Season - 14

Persik Kediri 2 - 1 FT Semen Padang

Brawijaya Stadium

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Futmetrix Verdict
39
FT
Thu, Nov 27
Indonesia
Persik Kediri
2-1
Semen Padang
⚡ Intensity 38
⚖️ Balance 27
🏆 Stakes 50
🎲 Upset 50
Persik Kediri advance with early blitz.

Persik Kediri Eliminate Semen Padang in Tight Contest

Skip It Futmetrix Score: 39/100. A first-half offensive flurry proved just enough to ensure Persik Kediri's progression while eliminating a desperate Semen Padang side from the competition.

Early Encounters at Brawijaya

This pivotal knockout tie kicked off at Brawijaya Stadium with the Stakes incredibly high for both clubs. Knowing there was no second leg to fall back on, Persik Kediri started with clear attacking intent, immediately probing the Semen Padang defense. The visitors, currently languishing in the relegation zone during regular league play, looked understandably nervous at the back. The opening exchanges were a pure battle for midfield supremacy, but the home side’s superior movement off the ball quickly overwhelmed their struggling opponents. In the 16th minute, the sustained pressure paid off beautifully. E. Walian found a pocket of space and delivered a precise ball to Jose Enrique, who finished with clinical composure. This early breakthrough fundamentally altered the tactical landscape, forcing Semen Padang to abandon their cautious approach and chase the game far earlier than anticipated.

Walian Commands the Pitch

With a crucial lead secured, Persik Kediri maintained a suffocating level of Intensity. They actively looked to put the tie to bed well before the halftime whistle. The visitors' defensive shape was pulled apart repeatedly, exposing the severe vulnerabilities that have plagued their domestic campaign this season. The definitive turning point arrived in the 34th minute. E. Walian, having already provided the creative spark for the opener, turned goalscorer to compound the misery for the away side. P. M. Serra Matos orchestrated the move, threading a neat pass to Walian, who decisively doubled the advantage. This second goal entirely tilted the Balance of the elimination tie. Semen Padang looked physically and mentally deflated, struggling to string meaningful passes together as they stared down the barrel of an early exit at the break.

A Nervous Conclusion

Knowing their tournament survival was on the line, Semen Padang threw caution to the wind after the restart. The Upset Factor seemed entirely non-existent until the 77th minute, when P. Matos found S. Simanjuntak, who struck a vital lifeline for the visitors. Suddenly, the previously comfortable atmosphere inside Brawijaya Stadium grew fraught with tension. The late drama injected life into a match that looked completely settled, proving that nothing can be taken for granted in elimination football. Semen Padang poured men forward, launching hopeful balls into the box in a desperate search for an equalizer to force the issue further. However, Persik Kediri's defensive unit held remarkably firm under the late barrage. The final whistle confirmed the inevitable: Persik progress, while Semen Padang return to their grueling battle for top-flight survival.

Key Questions

Who scored the decisive goals for Persik Kediri?

Jose Enrique and E. Walian scored in the 16th and 34th minutes respectively to secure progression.

Did Semen Padang manage to mount a comeback?

They found a late consolation goal through S. Simanjuntak in the 77th minute but failed to equalize.

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
H. Herdiana
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Lucao
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K. Mukhtorov
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Y. Meilana
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I. Garcia
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Bayu Otto
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W. Lugo
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P. M. Serra Matos
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Jose Enrique
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E. Walian
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
Y. Munawar
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
V. Yagalo
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M. Supriadi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
H. Samir
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H. Riza
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R. Abhirama
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Kiko
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R. Sanjaya
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I. Mila
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S. Abimanyu
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A. E. Jayanto
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Y. Adiatama
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Semen Padang

Midfielders
A. Augusto
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R. Ariansyah
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R. P. Ribeiro Sousa Peixoto
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
A. Meneses
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L. Guntara
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A. Wakaso
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P. Matos
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R. Setiawan
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A. Umanailo
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C. Stewart
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A. Oropa
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BENCH
I. Maulana
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F. Triyanto
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Juliansyah
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Wahyudi
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D. Saputra
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Z. Afandi
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
F. Putra
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M. Ridwan
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S. Simanjuntak
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
H. Saputra
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
05/18/2025 Semen Padang 1 - 1 Persik Kediri Liga 1 Stadion GOR Haji Agus Salim
12/21/2024 Persik Kediri 3 - 1 Semen Padang Liga 1 Stadion Brawijaya
05/18/2025
Liga 1 Stadion GOR Haji Agus Salim
12/21/2024
Liga 1 Stadion Brawijaya
Persik Kediri Win
Semen Padang Win
Draw