Liga 1 Regular Season - 28

PSM Makassar 1 - 2 FT Pusamania Borneo

Gelora BJ Habibie

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Futmetrix Verdict
84
FT
Sat, Apr 18
Indonesia
PSM Makassar
1-2
Pusamania Borneo
⚡ Intensity 63
⚖️ Balance 77
🏆 Stakes 82
🎲 Upset 0
Borneo's ruthless comeback silences the hosts.

Borneo's Ruthless Comeback Silences Gelora BJ Habibie

Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 84/100. A textbook display of title-chasing resilience as the visitors systematically overturned an early deficit against a side battling desperately for survival.

The Opening Act

The clash at Gelora BJ Habibie began with a ferocious tempo, immediately defying the massive gap between the two sides in the league table. PSM Makassar, fully aware of their precarious position near the drop zone, threw caution to the wind from the very first exchange. Their aggressive approach paid off handsomely in the 17th minute when J. Medina Themopole carved open the defensive line, allowing M. Arfan to rifle the ball into the net. The stadium erupted as the hosts snatched a shock lead against the title challengers. The sheer Intensity of their early play rattled the visitors, who initially struggled to find their passing rhythm. Firing off 10 total shots throughout the match, the hosts seemed genuinely capable of pulling off a massive upset.

The Pivot

However, the hallmark of champions is the ability to absorb pressure and strike back when the Balance of the match hangs by a thread. Pusamania Borneo did exactly that. As the first half progressed, they began to assert their tactical superiority, edging possession to 51% and methodically dismantling the home side's defensive shape. The pivotal moment arrived in the 32nd minute. J. Villa found a pocket of space and delivered a crushing blow to equalise, completely altering the psychological landscape of the fixture. The strike instantly evaporated the Upset Factor that had been brewing in the stadium. Instead of cruising toward a historic victory, the hosts now faced a grueling test of endurance against an elite opponent that had firmly rediscovered their attacking swagger.

Resolution

The second half developed into a tense tactical chess match, highlighting the immense Stakes for both clubs at opposite ends of the table. The visitors probed patiently, waiting for an inevitable lapse in defensive concentration. That fatal error occurred in the 79th minute. M. Peralta orchestrated a brilliant move in the final third, setting up K. Obieta to slot home the decisive go-ahead goal. The comeback was complete, but the misery for the hosts was far from over. Frustration boiled over for S. Lasinari, who was shown a straight red card in the 84th minute, effectively ending any realistic chance of a late salvage operation. The full-time whistle confirmed a vital three points for the visitors' title charge, while leaving the depleted hosts staring nervously over their shoulders.

Key Questions

How did the red card for S. Lasinari impact the match?

The late dismissal in the 84th minute completely killed any lingering momentum, leaving the hosts mathematically outmanned and unable to mount a late push for an equaliser.

How did PSM Makassar complete the comeback from behind?

It was actually Pusamania Borneo who secured the comeback. The hosts scored first through M. Arfan, but the visitors rallied with goals from J. Villa and K. Obieta.

What does this mean for PSM Makassar's season?

Remaining stuck in 13th place, this defeat drags them dangerously close to a full-blown relegation battle as the final matches of the season quickly approach.

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.

Match Statistics

Possession
49%
51%
PSM Makassar 49%
Pusamania Borneo 51%
Shots on Target
2
3
PSM Makassar 2
Pusamania Borneo 3
Corners
1
7
PSM Makassar 1
Pusamania Borneo 7
Yellow Cards
2
3
PSM Makassar 2
Pusamania Borneo 3
Red Cards
1
0
PSM Makassar 1
Pusamania Borneo 0

Match Events

K. Teguh 🟨 8'
17' M. Arfan (J. Medina Themopole)
27' 🟨 D. Lagator
28' 🔄 D. Lagator A. Tanjung
J. Villa 32'
J. Villa 🟨 33'
45' 🟨 S. Lasinari
HT
46' 🔄 J. Medina Themopole R. Pratama
M. Anez Kaio Nunes 🔄 60'
60' 🔄 M. Arfan Savio Roberto
61' 🔄 S. Boboev L. Cumic
75' 🔄 Alex Tanque M. D. Asraf Huwaidi Syam
K. Obieta (M. Peralta) 79'
M. Peralta M. Astina 🔄 82'
84' 🟨 S. Lasinari
84' 🟥 S. Lasinari
M. Astina 🟨 90'+3
K. Obieta Ahmad Agung 🔄 90'+8
FT

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
01/03/2026 Pusamania Borneo 2 - 1 PSM Makassar Liga 1 Stadion Batakan
04/18/2025 Pusamania Borneo 1 - 1 PSM Makassar Liga 1 Stadion Segiri
12/02/2024 PSM Makassar 1 - 0 Pusamania Borneo Liga 1 Stadion Batakan
07/25/2024 Pusamania Borneo 1 - 1 PSM Makassar Piala Presiden Stadion Si Jalak Harupat
03/29/2024 PSM Makassar 1 - 1 Pusamania Borneo Liga 1 Stadion Batakan
09/25/2023 Pusamania Borneo 1 - 0 PSM Makassar Liga 1 Stadion Segiri
01/03/2026
Liga 1 Stadion Batakan
04/18/2025
Liga 1 Stadion Segiri
12/02/2024
Liga 1 Stadion Batakan
07/25/2024
Piala Presiden Stadion Si Jalak Harupat
03/29/2024
Liga 1 Stadion Batakan
09/25/2023
Liga 1 Stadion Segiri
PSM Makassar Win
Pusamania Borneo Win
Draw

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Persib Bandung 28 65 50 18 +32 DDewa United 2 - 2 Persib Bandung (20-04-2026)WPersib Bandung 3 - 2 Bali United (12-04-2026)WSemen Padang 0 - 2 Persib Bandung (05-04-2026)DPusamania Borneo 1 - 1 Persib Bandung (15-03-2026)WPersib Bandung 3 - 0 Persik Kediri (09-03-2026)
2 Pusamania Borneo 28 63 58 28 +30 WPSM Makassar 1 - 2 Pusamania Borneo (18-04-2026)WPusamania Borneo 5 - 1 PSBS Biak Numfor (11-04-2026)WPersepam Madura Utd 1 - 3 Pusamania Borneo (05-04-2026)DPusamania Borneo 1 - 1 Persib Bandung (15-03-2026)WPusamania Borneo 5 - 1 Persebaya Surabaya (07-03-2026)
3 Persija 28 58 51 25 +26 WPSBS Biak Numfor 0 - 1 Persija (18-04-2026)WPersija 3 - 0 Persebaya Surabaya (11-04-2026)LBhayangkara FC 3 - 2 Persija (05-04-2026)DPersija 1 - 1 Dewa United (15-03-2026)DPersija 2 - 2 Pusamania Borneo (03-03-2026)
4 Bhayangkara FC 28 47 38 32 +6 WBhayangkara FC 2 - 1 PSIM Yogyakarta (17-04-2026)LPersijap 2 - 1 Bhayangkara FC (11-04-2026)WBhayangkara FC 3 - 2 Persija (05-04-2026)WBhayangkara FC 2 - 1 Arema FC (10-03-2026)WDewa United 0 - 2 Bhayangkara FC (01-03-2026)
5 Malut United 28 46 54 39 +15 LBali United 4 - 1 Malut United (19-04-2026)LMalut United 1 - 2 Dewa United (12-04-2026)DArema FC 1 - 1 Malut United (03-04-2026)DMalut United 3 - 3 PSM Makassar (07-03-2026)WPersepam Madura Utd 1 - 2 Malut United (03-03-2026)
6 Persebaya Surabaya 28 42 39 35 +4 LPersebaya Surabaya 1 - 2 Persepam Madura Utd (17-04-2026)LPersija 3 - 0 Persebaya Surabaya (11-04-2026)WPersebaya Surabaya 1 - 0 Persita (04-04-2026)LPusamania Borneo 5 - 1 Persebaya Surabaya (07-03-2026)DPersebaya Surabaya 2 - 2 Persib Bandung (02-03-2026)
7 Persita 28 41 35 27 +8 LPersik Kediri 1 - 0 Persita (19-04-2026)LPersita 0 - 1 Arema FC (10-04-2026)LPersebaya Surabaya 1 - 0 Persita (04-04-2026)WPersita 4 - 1 Persepam Madura Utd (07-03-2026)WPSM Makassar 2 - 4 Persita (02-03-2026)
8 Dewa United 28 41 35 34 +1 DDewa United 2 - 2 Persib Bandung (20-04-2026)WMalut United 1 - 2 Dewa United (12-04-2026)WDewa United 1 - 0 PSIM Yogyakarta (03-04-2026)DPersija 1 - 1 Dewa United (15-03-2026)LDewa United 0 - 2 Bhayangkara FC (01-03-2026)
9 Bali United 28 39 47 42 +5 WBali United 4 - 1 Malut United (19-04-2026)LPersib Bandung 3 - 2 Bali United (12-04-2026)WBali United 6 - 1 PSBS Biak Numfor (06-04-2026)LPersis Solo 3 - 0 Bali United (12-03-2026)WArema FC 3 - 4 Bali United (06-03-2026)
10 Arema FC 28 38 40 37 +3 WArema FC 2 - 0 Persis Solo (18-04-2026)WPersita 0 - 1 Arema FC (10-04-2026)DArema FC 1 - 1 Malut United (03-04-2026)LBhayangkara FC 2 - 1 Arema FC (10-03-2026)LArema FC 3 - 4 Bali United (06-03-2026)
11 PSIM Yogyakarta 28 38 37 37 0 LBhayangkara FC 2 - 1 PSIM Yogyakarta (17-04-2026)LPSIM Yogyakarta 1 - 2 PSM Makassar (10-04-2026)LDewa United 1 - 0 PSIM Yogyakarta (03-04-2026)DPSIM Yogyakarta 2 - 2 Persijap (11-03-2026)DSemen Padang 0 - 0 PSIM Yogyakarta (04-03-2026)
12 Persik Kediri 28 33 34 47 -13 WPersik Kediri 1 - 0 Persita (19-04-2026)LPersepam Madura Utd 2 - 1 Persik Kediri (11-04-2026)DPersik Kediri 0 - 0 Persijap (06-04-2026)LPersib Bandung 3 - 0 Persik Kediri (09-03-2026)WPersik Kediri 2 - 1 PSBS Biak Numfor (05-03-2026)
13 PSM Makassar 28 28 33 38 -5 LPSM Makassar 1 - 2 Pusamania Borneo (18-04-2026)WPSIM Yogyakarta 1 - 2 PSM Makassar (10-04-2026)DPSM Makassar 1 - 1 Persis Solo (04-04-2026)DMalut United 3 - 3 PSM Makassar (07-03-2026)LPSM Makassar 2 - 4 Persita (02-03-2026)
14 Persijap 28 28 26 42 -16 WSemen Padang 0 - 2 Persijap (20-04-2026)WPersijap 2 - 1 Bhayangkara FC (11-04-2026)DPersik Kediri 0 - 0 Persijap (06-04-2026)DPSIM Yogyakarta 2 - 2 Persijap (11-03-2026)DPersijap 0 - 0 Persis Solo (05-03-2026)
15 Persepam Madura Utd 28 26 29 47 -18 WPersebaya Surabaya 1 - 2 Persepam Madura Utd (17-04-2026)WPersepam Madura Utd 2 - 1 Persik Kediri (11-04-2026)LPersepam Madura Utd 1 - 3 Pusamania Borneo (05-04-2026)LPersita 4 - 1 Persepam Madura Utd (07-03-2026)LPersepam Madura Utd 1 - 2 Malut United (03-03-2026)
16 Persis Solo 28 24 31 48 -17 LArema FC 2 - 0 Persis Solo (18-04-2026)WPersis Solo 2 - 1 Semen Padang (12-04-2026)DPSM Makassar 1 - 1 Persis Solo (04-04-2026)WPersis Solo 3 - 0 Bali United (12-03-2026)DPersijap 0 - 0 Persis Solo (05-03-2026)
17 Semen Padang 28 20 22 47 -25 LSemen Padang 0 - 2 Persijap (20-04-2026)LPersis Solo 2 - 1 Semen Padang (12-04-2026)LSemen Padang 0 - 2 Persib Bandung (05-04-2026)WPSBS Biak Numfor 0 - 2 Semen Padang (09-03-2026)DSemen Padang 0 - 0 PSIM Yogyakarta (04-03-2026)
18 PSBS Biak Numfor 28 18 29 65 -36 LPSBS Biak Numfor 0 - 1 Persija (18-04-2026)LPusamania Borneo 5 - 1 PSBS Biak Numfor (11-04-2026)LBali United 6 - 1 PSBS Biak Numfor (06-04-2026)LPSBS Biak Numfor 0 - 2 Semen Padang (09-03-2026)LPersik Kediri 2 - 1 PSBS Biak Numfor (05-03-2026)