Persib Bandung and Lion City Sailors played to a 1-1 draw in their AFC Champions League 2 group stage opener on September 18, 2025. The result was a fair reflection of a closely matched contest in Bandung, where both teams had periods of dominance but lacked a decisive edge. The home side took the lead midway through the first half, capitalizing on a defensive error to score. The Sailors grew into the game and found a deserved equalizer in the second half through a well-worked team move. Both sides had chances to win it late on, but the goalkeepers made crucial saves to ensure the points were shared. The draw provided a solid, if unspectacular, start to the continental campaign for both clubs.