Persekat Tegal and Sumsel United shared the points in a 1-1 draw in their Indonesian Liga 2 clash on January 3, 2026. The match was an even contest where both teams showed attacking intent but ultimately had to settle for a point apiece. Sumsel United started the brighter and took a deserved lead in the first half with a clinical finish following a sustained period of pressure. Persekat Tegal responded after the interval, showing great character to equalize with a well-worked team goal that involved several players. Both sides had opportunities to win the game in the final twenty minutes, with the goalkeepers making important saves to keep the scores level. The draw was a fair result, reflecting the competitive nature of the match and the balance of play. The point helped Persekat Tegal in their quest for stability in the middle of the table, while Sumsel United maintained their position in the top half. Both managers likely viewed it as a point gained rather than two lost.