Liga 1 Regular Season - 5

Persita 2 - 1 FT PSM Makassar

Utama Sport Center Kelapa Dua

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Futmetrix Verdict
79
FT
Thu, Sep 11
Indonesia
Persita
2-1
PSM Makassar
⚡ Intensity 85
⚖️ Balance 56
🏆 Stakes 50
🎲 Upset 50
Late penalty heartbreak decides knockout fate.

Late Penalty Heartbreak Decides Knockout Fate

Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 79/100. A chaotic climax at Utama Sport Center Kelapa Dua saw Persita snatch a dramatic victory from the jaws of a penalty shootout, sending PSM crashing out.

The Opening Salvo

The knockout Stakes were palpable the moment the two sides stepped onto the pitch at Utama Sport Center Kelapa Dua. Knowing that only one team could progress from this single-leg tie, Persita immediately looked to impose their authority. They pressed high and controlled the early tempo, forcing a struggling PSM Makassar side to defend deep inside their own half. The visitors absorbed significant early pressure, but their stubborn resistance was eventually broken just before the half-hour mark. A clumsy defensive sequence inside the penalty area left the referee pointing straight to the spot. E. Bessa stepped up in the 29th minute, displaying incredible nerves of steel to convert the penalty and give the home side a crucial advantage. This early breakthrough forced a tactical rethink from the visitors, though clear-cut chances remained exceedingly rare before the interval.

The Late Pivot

The second half gradually transformed into a tense tactical battle as PSM Makassar threw caution to the wind. Staring elimination directly in the face, the away side began to dictate the play in the middle of the park, effectively shifting the Balance of the match. Persita retreated into their shell, seemingly content to defend their slender lead and hit on the counter-attack. This conservative approach invited dangerous waves of sustained pressure. That persistent attacking intent finally paid off in the 87th minute, delivering a massive Upset Factor to the home crowd. Lucas Dias found a crucial pocket of space and finished clinically to level the scoreline. The away end erupted as the late equaliser completely altered the complexion of the tie, heavily suggesting that extra time or a dreaded penalty shootout would be required to separate these determined outfits.

The Chaotic Finish

The narrative, however, had one final, explosive twist remaining before the whistle blew. With the Intensity reaching an absolute boiling point in the 90th minute, Persita launched a desperate late foray forward and miraculously won their second penalty of the afternoon. The pressure in the stadium was immense, but P. Ganet confidently dispatched the spot-kick to restore the lead in the dying moments. Devastated by the sudden turn of events, PSM lost their composure entirely. Deep into stoppage time, Alex was shown a straight red card in the 99th minute, effectively extinguishing any lingering hopes of a miraculous second equaliser. The final whistle confirmed the 2-1 result, ensuring Persita progress to the next round of the competition while leaving a heartbroken PSM side to pack their bags.

Key Questions

How did the red card for Alex impact the match?

Arriving deep into stoppage time, Alex's dismissal extinguished PSM's final sliver of hope, cementing their elimination and ensuring Persita closed out the victory.

How dramatic was the late winner by Lucas Dias?

Lucas Dias actually scored the 87th-minute equalizer, not the winner. It was a massive moment that momentarily saved PSM before the final penalty heartbreak.

Did Persita deserve the late equalizer?

Persita actually secured a 90th-minute penalty winner, not an equalizer. Given their early dominance and sustained attacking pressure, they fully deserved the crucial victory.

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

Persita

Midfielders
I. Rodrigues
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M. Toha
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Zalnando
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Bae Sin-Young
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R. Utomo
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T. Kozubayev
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J. Guseynov
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E. Bessa
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R. Rodriguez
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D. Racic
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H. Caraka
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BENCH
A. Kartika
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R. Pamungkas
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C. Fathoni
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A. Rindorindo
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A. Saputra
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F. Alchoir
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P. Ganet
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T. Infantrie
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E. Tuhuteru
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A. Andrejic
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A. Nur Hardianto
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E. Sahrul
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PSM Makassar

Midfielders
Hilmansyah
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S. Lasinari
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Aloisio Neto
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Y. Fernandes
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Victor Luiz
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Savio Roberto
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A. Tanjung
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V. Dethan
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A. Kamara
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Gledson
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J. Medina Themopole
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BENCH
R. Arya
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M. Hidayat
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D. Salman
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M. Arfan
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Lucas Dias
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R. Fandi
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F. Aditia
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R. Pratama
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A. Rahaman
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K. Ridzald
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Alex
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Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
09/11/2025 Persita 2 - 1 PSM Makassar Liga 1 Utama Sport Center Kelapa Dua
05/23/2025 PSM Makassar 1 - 0 Persita Liga 1 Stadion Gelora B.J. Habibie
12/29/2024 Persita 2 - 1 PSM Makassar Liga 1 Stadion Pakansari Bogor
02/04/2024 PSM Makassar 4 - 0 Persita Liga 1 Stadion Batakan
08/07/2023 Persita 0 - 1 PSM Makassar Liga 1 Indomilk Arena
03/13/2023 Persita 0 - 0 PSM Makassar Liga 1 Indomilk Arena
09/11/2025
Liga 1 Utama Sport Center Kelapa Dua
05/23/2025
Liga 1 Stadion Gelora B.J. Habibie
12/29/2024
Liga 1 Stadion Pakansari Bogor
02/04/2024
Liga 1 Stadion Batakan
08/07/2023
Liga 1 Indomilk Arena
03/13/2023
Liga 1 Indomilk Arena
Persita Win
PSM Makassar Win
Draw