Liga 1 Regular Season - 17
Persita 2 - 0 FT Pusamania Borneo
Match Events
4' J. Guseynov (H. Caraka)
C. Nduwarugira 23'
HT
↓ Maicon Souza ↑Douglas Coutinho 46'
56' ↓ C. Fathoni ↑Z. Djiaulhaq
↓ D. Hardiansyah ↑I. Zikrak 56'
69' ↓ E. Bessa ↑P. Ganet
69' ↓ Matheus Alves ↑A. Andrejic
↓ Joel Vinicius ↑H. M. Al 75'
↓ A. Buffon ↑D. Kuswardani 75'
↓ D. Michiels ↑M. Sihran 75'
H. M. Al 76'
78' ↓ H. Caraka ↑E. Sahrul
I. Zikrak 81'
86' A. Andrejic
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Persita
Midfielders
I. Rodrigues
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M. Toha
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T. Kozubayev
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C. Fathoni
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M. Jardel
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Bae Sin-Young
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J. Guseynov
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H. Caraka
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E. Bessa
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R. Rodriguez
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Matheus Alves
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BENCH
A. Kartika
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R. Pamungkas
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A. Nursofyan
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A. Saputra
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Zalnando
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Z. Djiaulhaq
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F. Alchoir
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P. Ganet
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A. Andrejic
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A. Nur Hardianto
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E. Sahrul
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Pusamania Borneo
Midfielders
N. Argawinata
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A. Buffon
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D. Michiels
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C. Nduwarugira
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Caxambu
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D. Hardiansyah
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K. Hirose
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M. Peralta
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J. Villa
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Maicon Souza
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Joel Vinicius
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BENCH
S. Trisna
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D. Fasya
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H. M. Al
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D. Kuswardani
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R. Utina
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Ahmad Agung
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T. Islami Muhammad Narendra
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I. Zikrak
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M. Sihran
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Douglas Coutinho
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R. Fachgi
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D. Nurdiansyah
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/09/2026 | Persita | 2 - 0 | Pusamania Borneo | Liga 1 | Utama Sport Center Kelapa Dua |
| 02/22/2025 | Persita | 1 - 2 | Pusamania Borneo | Liga 1 | Indomilk Arena |
| 09/30/2024 | Pusamania Borneo | 0 - 0 | Persita | Liga 1 | Stadion Batakan |
| 03/02/2024 | Persita | 0 - 1 | Pusamania Borneo | Liga 1 | Indomilk Arena |
| 08/25/2023 | Pusamania Borneo | 2 - 1 | Persita | Liga 1 | Stadion Segiri |
| 02/20/2023 | Persita | 1 - 1 | Pusamania Borneo | Liga 1 | Indomilk Arena |
| 09/09/2022 | Pusamania Borneo | 2 - 2 | Persita | Liga 1 | Stadion Segiri |
| 02/02/2022 | Persita | 1 - 1 | Pusamania Borneo | Liga 1 | Stadion Kompyang Sujana Denpasar |
| 10/02/2021 | Pusamania Borneo | 2 - 2 | Persita | Liga 1 | Stadion Pakansari Bogor |
01/09/2026
02/22/2025
09/30/2024
03/02/2024
08/25/2023
02/20/2023
09/09/2022
02/02/2022
10/02/2021
Persita Win
Pusamania Borneo Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 17 GD: +16
P: 17 GD: +15
P: 17 GD: +18
P: 17 GD: +14
P: 17 GD: +10
P: 17 GD: +5
P: 17 GD: +8
P: 17 GD: +4
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 17 GD: 0
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 17 GD: +2
P: 17 GD: -7
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -18
P: 17 GD: -16
P: 17 GD: -18
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Persib Bandung | 33 | 78 | 59 | 22 | +37 | |
| 2 | Pusamania Borneo | 33 | 76 | 67 | 30 | +37 | |
| 3 | Persija | 33 | 68 | 62 | 29 | +33 | |
| 4 | Persebaya Surabaya | 33 | 55 | 56 | 35 | +21 | |
| 5 | Malut United | 33 | 53 | 67 | 46 | +21 | |
| 6 | Dewa United | 33 | 53 | 44 | 36 | +8 | |
| 7 | Bhayangkara FC | 33 | 50 | 46 | 45 | +1 | |
| 8 | Bali United | 33 | 48 | 56 | 48 | +8 | |
| 9 | Arema FC | 33 | 45 | 50 | 46 | +4 | |
| 10 | Persita | 33 | 45 | 37 | 34 | +3 | |
| 11 | PSIM Yogyakarta | 33 | 45 | 42 | 41 | +1 | |
| 12 | Persik Kediri | 33 | 39 | 42 | 56 | -14 | |
| 13 | Persijap | 33 | 35 | 31 | 45 | -14 | |
| 14 | PSM Makassar | 33 | 34 | 39 | 47 | -8 | |
| 15 | Persepam Madura Utd | 33 | 32 | 35 | 54 | -19 | |
| 16 | Persis Solo | 33 | 31 | 36 | 58 | -22 | |
| 17 | Semen Padang | 33 | 20 | 22 | 62 | -40 | |
| 18 | PSBS Biak Numfor | 33 | 18 | 31 | 88 | -57 |
P: 33 GD: +37
P: 33 GD: +37
P: 33 GD: +33
P: 33 GD: +21
P: 33 GD: +21
P: 33 GD: +8
P: 33 GD: +1
P: 33 GD: +8
P: 33 GD: +4
P: 33 GD: +3
P: 33 GD: +1
P: 33 GD: -14
P: 33 GD: -14
P: 33 GD: -8
P: 33 GD: -19
P: 33 GD: -22
P: 33 GD: -40
P: 33 GD: -57
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Persita Derail Borneo's Cup Dreams at Kelapa Dua
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 31/100. An early blitz and a ruthless late penalty showcased exactly how to navigate the pressure of knockout football, leaving the heavily favored visitors out in the cold.
The Lightning Strike
The Stakes were unmistakably high from the first blast of the referee's whistle at Utama Sport Center Kelapa Dua. Pusamania Borneo arrived boasting stellar league form and carrying the heavy expectation of progression, yet they were caught completely cold before they could even settle into a rhythm. Just four minutes into this sudden-death encounter, J. Guseynov turned the entire tie on its head. Capitalising on an incredibly sharp, incisive feed from H. Caraka that split the defensive line, Guseynov lashed home a brilliant opener that sent the passionate home crowd into absolute raptures. That immediate breakthrough entirely disrupted the Balance of the contest. The visitors suddenly found themselves chasing a game they fully expected to control from the outset. Forced to abandon their measured game plan, Borneo had to push higher up the pitch much earlier than anticipated, inevitably leaving glaring spaces in behind for the hosts to target.
Frustration Takes Hold
As the clock steadily ticked on, the narrative shifted into a tense tactical stalemate. Borneo desperately tried to carve out a vital equaliser, dictating possession for long, unbroken stretches and completely pinning their opponents back into their own half. However, their attacking play lacked a crucial razor edge when it mattered most. The home side absorbed this sustained pressure beautifully, keeping the Intensity strictly managed and dictating the spatial flow of the game without needing the ball. Every single time Borneo approached the final third, they hit an unyielding defensive wall. The visitors grew increasingly frustrated with their inability to penetrate, throwing extra bodies forward in a frantic, uncoordinated search for salvation. Yet, without a killer final pass or a moment of individual magic to unlock the door, their overwhelming dominance on the ball translated to absolutely nothing meaningful on the scoreboard. It was a defensive masterclass from the home side.
The Final Nail
Throwing caution to the wind in the dying embers of the match, Borneo left themselves brutally exposed at the back. Their late desperation was ultimately punished in the harshest way possible in the 86th minute. A clumsy, fatigued challenge inside the penalty area gifted the home side a golden opportunity to kill the knockout tie entirely. A. Andrejic stepped up to the spot, completely unfazed by the immense pressure of the moment, and buried the penalty with icy composure to make it two. This comprehensive 2-0 victory delivered a massive Upset Factor, defying the visitors' lofty league position and ending Borneo's cup journey in truly brutal fashion. Persita confidently progress to the next round, having executed a flawless, disciplined smash-and-grab blueprint that will be celebrated by their jubilant supporters for the rest of the campaign.
Key Questions
Who scored the goals for Persita in this tie?
J. Guseynov opened the scoring in the 4th minute, while A. Andrejic sealed the victory with a late penalty in the 86th minute.
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.
Title Dreams on the Line as Persita Host Borneo
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 61/100. This winner-takes-all knockout clash forces regular-season high-flyers Borneo to prove their true title credentials in a fiercely hostile environment.
The Setup
The tension is palpable at Utama Sport Center Kelapa Dua on January 09, 2026. Pusamania Borneo arrive as proven away specialists, boasting a formidable win rate on the road that makes them dangerous opponents. Despite a modest Stars rating indicating a lack of marquee names to draw the global eye, the attacking metrics suggest absolute chaos. A strong Form profile from both sides, combined with a massively high expected goal output, points toward an open, chaotic fixture where defending takes a back seat.
Key Battle
With no standout individuals dominating the pre-match chatter, this knockout tie will be decided entirely in the engine room. Persita's midfield grit must disrupt Borneo's established away rhythm. The tactical Balance hinges on whether the home side can effectively neutralize Borneo's devastatingly quick transitions while launching precise counter-attacks against an exposed defensive line.
Our Prediction
League positions mean absolutely nothing in a single-leg knockout tie. While Borneo hold a massive regular-season advantage on paper, the sheer, suffocating pressure of elimination levels the playing field. We expect Persita to flip the script entirely. The hosts will exploit defensive gaps in a wildly entertaining, high-scoring affair to win the tie and progress at Borneo's expense.