Liga 1 Regular Season - 2
PSIM Yogyakarta 1 - 1 FT Arema FC
Match Events
39' R. Adi
Dalberto 41'
HT
Yann Motta 54'
58' F. Ramos Mingo
↓ Valdeci ↑M. Rifai 61'
↓ B. Setiawan ↑I. Puleio 61'
62' G. Fatkur
A. Satryo 67'
72' ↓ G. Fatkur ↑S. Sheva
72' ↓ D. Corfe ↑Rafinha
83' ↓ R. Rakhmatzoda ↑F. Sudin
83' ↓ R. Adi ↑A. Irfan
Dalberto 86'
86' ↓ R. Cahyana ↑I. Chan
88' Betinho
↓ Paulinho Moccelin ↑S. G. Balinsa 90'+2
↓ Matheus Blade ↑A. Fikri 90'+2
90'+5 F. Sudin
Betinho 90'+7
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
PSIM Yogyakarta
Midfielders
C. Supriadi
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R. Cahyana
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Y. Yamadera
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R. Rakhmatzoda
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R. Adi
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F. Ramos Mingo
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E. Vidal
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G. Fatkur
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N. Haljeta
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Ze Valente
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D. Corfe
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BENCH
H. Suardi
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R. Hardiawan
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D. Sapari
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D. Diaz
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S. Sheva
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F. Sudin
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R. Teddy
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I. Chan
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A. Irfan
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Rafinha
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Arema FC
Midfielders
A. Satryo
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A. Maulana
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Luiz Gustavo
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Valdeci
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Yann Motta
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A. Farisi
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B. Setiawan
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Betinho
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Dalberto
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Matheus Blade
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Paulinho Moccelin
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BENCH
S. Tuharea
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Lucas Frigeri
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M. Iksan
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M. Rifai
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B. Scheunemann
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S. G. Balinsa
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A. Fikri
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M. Rafli
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R. Fachrezi
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I. Puleio
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D. Santoso
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D. Setiawan
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League Standings
P: 2 GD: +7
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -4
P: 2 GD: -4
P: 2 GD: -5
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
Ten-Man Arema Denied by Late Mandala Krida Drama
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 47/100. A match of two distinct halves showed exactly how a moment of indiscipline can completely unravel a hard-fought away lead.
Spot-Kick Breakthrough
The atmosphere at Mandala Krida Stadium was crackling as these mid-table hopefuls locked horns, but the opening phase was a story of tactical caution rather than attacking flair. Both units deployed compact shapes, turning the midfield into a congested battleground. The Intensity was simmering just below the surface until the closing stages of the first half, when the visitors finally forced an error in the box. The referee pointed to the spot, and Dalberto stepped up with ice in his veins. His clinical penalty in the 41st minute gave Arema FC a precious lead, silencing the home crowd and sending the away side into the dressing room with a distinct psychological edge.
The Turning Point
PSIM Yogyakarta emerged from the tunnel with renewed vigor, but the true pivot of this contest arrived just nine minutes after the restart. Yann Motta was shown a straight red card in the 54th minute, an expulsion that instantly shredded Arema's tactical blueprint. The Balance of the tie flipped dramatically. Forced into a deep, desperate defensive block, the ten men of Arema had to withstand an absolute siege. PSIM capitalized on their numerical advantage, dominating possession and pinning the visitors inside their own final third. Wave after wave of attacks tested the resilience of the away defense, completely shifting the narrative from a controlled away performance to a gritty survival mission.
Late Rescue Mission
As the clock ticked down, it seemed Arema might just pull off a defensive masterclass. However, the relentless pressure finally broke their resistance in the most agonizing fashion. A sustained attacking sequence in the 88th minute forced panic in the box, ending with a catastrophic own goal off the boot of Betinho. The late equalizer salvaged a point for PSIM, keeping their solid unbeaten streak alive and reflecting the high Stakes of this tight league campaign. While the home side celebrated the late reprieve, Arema was left ruing what might have been—a stark reminder of how the Upset Factor can swing wildly when a team is reduced to ten men.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Yann Motta impact the match?
Motta's dismissal forced Arema FC into a deep defensive block, shifting all momentum to PSIM, which ultimately cracked their resistance and forced the late equalizer.
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 Attrition at Mandala Krida
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 33/100. With both sides comfortably marooned in mid-table obscurity, this fixture promises a tactical slog rather than a flowing spectacle.
The Setup
Taking place on August 16, 2025, at Mandala Krida Stadium, this Liga 1 clash features 8th-placed PSIM Yogyakarta hosting 11th-placed Arema FC. The hosts have established a stubborn, draw-heavy routine, while the visitors arrive in freefall. A rock-bottom Stakes rating confirms there is little on the line here, with neither a title charge nor a survival battle in play. A lack of marquee talent is reflected in a low Stars metric, meaning tactical discipline will override individual brilliance. However, PSIM holds the upper hand in competitive Balance, largely due to home advantage and Arema's thoroughly dismal Form over recent weeks.
Key Battle
Without standout individuals driving the narrative, this match will be decided by PSIM's functional midfield unit locking down Arema's misfiring attack. If the visitors cannot find a creative spark, the hosts will easily dictate the tempo from the center of the park and frustrate their desperate opponents.
Our Prediction
Expect a gritty, low-scoring affair. PSIM Yogyakarta will control possession but may lack the cutting edge to completely dismantle Arema FC. A scrappy 1-1 draw seems the most likely outcome as the visitors fight tooth and nail just to stop their losing streak.