Liga 1 Regular Season - 9
Pusamania Borneo 2 - 0 FT Persik Kediri
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Pusamania Borneo
Midfielders
N. Argawinata
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F. Fathurrahman
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K. Teguh
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H. M. Al
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Caxambu
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J. Villa
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Enero
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K. Hirose
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M. Sihran
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Joel Vinicius
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M. Peralta
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BENCH
D. Michiels
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Ahmad Agung
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I. Zikrak
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R. Utina
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D. Hardiansyah
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A. Buffon
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D. Nurdiansyah
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Douglas Coutinho
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Maicon Souza
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A. Simanca
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S. Trisna
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H. Alhafiz
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Persik Kediri
Midfielders
H. Al Malik
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N. Setiawan
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Lucao
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K. Mukhtorov
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Y. Adiatama
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Bayu Otto
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I. Garcia
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T. Castanheira
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W. Lugo
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Jose Enrique
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E. Walian
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BENCH
V. Yagalo
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M. Supriadi
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H. Riza
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R. Abhirama
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P. M. Serra Matos
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S. Atieda
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I. Mila
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M. Khanafi
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Y. Meilana
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A. E. Jayanto
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W. Pratama
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23/2025 | Persik Kediri | 1 - 2 | Pusamania Borneo | Liga 1 | Stadion Brawijaya |
| 12/27/2024 | Pusamania Borneo | 0 - 4 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Stadion Batakan |
| 11/02/2023 | Pusamania Borneo | 3 - 0 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Stadion Segiri |
| 07/03/2023 | Persik Kediri | 1 - 1 | Pusamania Borneo | Liga 1 | Stadion Brawijaya |
| 01/30/2023 | Pusamania Borneo | 2 - 0 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Stadion Segiri |
| 08/12/2022 | Persik Kediri | 1 - 2 | Pusamania Borneo | Liga 1 | Stadion Brawijaya |
| 01/08/2022 | Pusamania Borneo | 1 - 1 | Persik Kediri | Liga 1 | Stadion Kapten I Wayan Dipta |
| 09/10/2021 | Persik Kediri | 1 - 0 | Pusamania Borneo | Liga 1 | Stadion Pakansari Bogor |
05/23/2025
12/27/2024
11/02/2023
07/03/2023
01/30/2023
08/12/2022
01/08/2022
09/10/2021
Pusamania Borneo Win
Persik Kediri Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Four-Minute Blitz Shatters Kediri's Resistance
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 18/100. A sleepy cup tie at Stadion Batakan was suddenly jolted to life by a late double, proving that high-stakes knockout football often requires just one moment of individual magic.
The Waiting Game
The early exchanges at Stadion Batakan suggested a gruelling evening was ahead for the high-flying hosts. Pusamania Borneo, carrying the heavy expectations of a dominant domestic campaign, found themselves confronted by a stubbornly deep Persik Kediri rearguard. The visitors arrived with a clear mandate to frustrate, sitting incredibly deep and absorbing pressure to survive this single-leg knockout test. The Intensity was painfully modest for over an hour, as sideways passing largely replaced incisive attacking movement. Persik Kediri's defensive block stubbornly held firm, daring the home side to find a moment of brilliance to break the deadlock. Fans grew restless as the clock ticked past the hour mark without a breakthrough, wondering if the overwhelming favorites might actually stumble against a team fighting just to keep their season alive.
Peralta's Masterclass
Just as anxiety began to creep into the stands, the hosts finally found their savior in M. Peralta. The turning point arrived in the 74th minute when Peralta spectacularly picked the lock, delivering a precise ball that Douglas Coutinho emphatically dispatched into the back of the net. That single strike completely shattered the Balance of the tie. Persik Kediri, who had exhausted their energy defending for their tournament lives, suddenly had to chase the game and leave themselves exposed. Before they could even recalibrate their tactical setup, Borneo struck again. A mere four minutes later, Peralta orchestrated yet another lethal attacking phase, teeing up Maicon Souza in the 78th minute. Souza made no mistake, doubling the advantage and effectively killing off any lingering hopes of a comeback.
Marching On
With a comfortable two-goal cushion finally secured, Pusamania Borneo expertly managed the remainder of the contest to punch their ticket to the next round. The final whistle confirmed their progression, avoiding the dreaded Upset Factor that so often plagues these high-pressure, winner-takes-all scenarios. While the tepid first-half rating reflects the long periods of inactivity, the hosts will simply not care. The massive Stakes in knockout football demand results over aesthetics, and Borneo delivered exactly when the pressure was highest. Persik Kediri will return home reflecting on a deeply disciplined defensive effort that ultimately fell apart in a cruel four-minute window. For Pusamania Borneo, the dream continues as they march forward with crucial momentum intact.
Key Questions
Who scored for Pusamania Borneo?
Douglas Coutinho and Maicon Souza scored the decisive goals in the second half to secure the win.
Who provided the assists?
M. Peralta was the creative force, brilliantly providing assists for both goals within a four-minute span.
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.
Borneo's Championship Credentials Put to the Test
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 69/100. While the elimination context fuels Borneo's title ambitions, the overwhelming mismatch makes this tie entirely skippable for neutral observers.
The Setup
Taking place at Stadion Batakan on October 18, 2025, this single-leg knockout tie pits second-placed Pusamania Borneo against struggling Persik Kediri. The hosts boast 54 points and a towering Form rating at home, having won 11 of their 13 fixtures on their own turf. Persik, lingering in 12th with just 29 points, face a monumental task. A modest Stakes rating reflects the one-sided nature of the contest, while a low Stars score indicates a distinct lack of marquee talent to draw global attention. The sheer lack of competitive Balance tells the real story: this is David versus Goliath, but Goliath is heavily armed, focused, and playing at home.
Key Battle
With individual star power lacking, the decisive clash occurs on a unit level. Borneo's fluid attacking machinery will relentlessly probe a fragile away back line that has leaked 45 goals in league play. Persik's defensive block must be flawless, otherwise the hosts will dismantle them with ease through sustained wide pressure.
Our Prediction
Upsets are the magic of knockout football, but don't expect one here. We anticipate a comfortable victory for the home side. Pusamania Borneo will dictate the tempo, exploit obvious defensive gaps, and confidently win the tie to progress, keeping their championship pursuit firmly on track.