Adhyaksa FC Banten edged out Sumsel United 2-1 in a competitive Indonesian Liga 2 fixture on January 17, 2026. This home win at the Maulana Yusuf Stadium was a significant result in the context of the mid-table battle. Adhyaksa took an early lead through a header from a corner kick, but Sumsel United fought back to level the score before halftime with a clinical counter-attack. The match winner arrived in the 70th minute, as Adhyaksa's winger cut inside and fired a low shot into the far corner, sending the home fans into raptures. Both teams had chances to alter the scoreline, with the woodwork being struck at each end during a frantic second half. The intensity of the match reflected the high stakes, with several robust challenges leading to a flurry of yellow cards. The three points moved Adhyaksa further away from the relegation zone, while Sumsel United's search for consistency on the road continued. Post-match, the Adhyaksa coach praised his team's resilience, while the Sumsel manager pointed to lapses in concentration at key moments as the difference.