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Persib Bandung
Persatuan Sepakbola Makassar
Attacks
139
99
Dangerous Attacks
64
54
Ball Possession
57
43
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3
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End 3-1
86′
R.Oratmangoen
Berguinho
86′
M· Hidayat
A·Tanjung
85′
G. Pagamo
M·Pratama
82′
3-1
Uilliam
Assist: L. Menalo
80′
A·Tanjung
77′
D. Kusnandar
T. Haye
77′
L. Menalo
M. P. Bauer
59′
F.Aditia
N. Foor
59′
L. Cumic
K.Tanaka
56′
M. P. Bauer
55′
S. Jevtoski
51′
2-1
B.Sekulic
Assist: A.Alis
48′
1-1
P.Matricardi
Assist: T. Haye
45′
B.Sekulic
B.Putra
Halftime 0-1
40′
A.Alis
M.Klok
6′
0-1
K.Tanaka
Assist: L. Bulatović
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Match Info
Persib Bandung showed their title credentials with a composed 3-1 victory over PSM Makassar in Indonesian Liga 1 on Saturday evening. Playing in front of a lively home crowd, Persib controlled long stretches of the contest and produced the kind of clinical finishing that has become their trademark at Bandung. The result gives Persib an important three points as they continue to build momentum in the Liga 1 standings. PSM Makassar, meanwhile, will be left to reflect on a disappointing night after showing signs of promise but failing to sustain their pressure in the final third.

Match Overview

From the first whistle, Persib looked intent on dictating the tempo. Their midfield pressed high, and the wide players stretched PSM’s defensive shape, creating a steady stream of opportunities. The home side’s early pressure paid off when Persib opened the scoring with a well-worked move that cut through the PSM back line. PSM Makassar remained patient and managed to restore parity before the interval, taking advantage of a lapse in concentration from the Persib defense. The equalizer briefly energized the visitors, but it was Persib who emerged for the second half with greater urgency and composure.

Second-Half Decisiveness

Persib quickly regained the lead after the restart, and the goal seemed to deflate PSM’s resistance. The home team began to find more space between the lines, moving the ball quickly and forcing the visitors into uncomfortable defensive decisions. A third goal late in the half put the result beyond doubt and gave the Bojangles supporters plenty to celebrate.

Tactical Observations

Persib’s full-backs were central to their attacking rhythm, consistently joining the midfield to overload central areas. PSM struggled to track those late runs, and Persib exploited the gaps with well-timed passes around the edge of the penalty area. Defensively, Persib were mostly organized after the break. They limited PSM’s chances and showed the kind of concentration required in tight title races. PSM posed occasional threats on the counter but lacked the final pass needed to turn pressure into clear-cut chances.

Standings and Impact

Victory gives Persib a valuable boost in the race for the top positions in Indonesian Liga 1. Matches against an experienced side like PSM Makassar are often decided by fine margins, but Persib’s superior finishing made the difference. For PSM, the loss is a setback and a reminder that away results against front-runners can define their season trajectory. Overall, this was a statement performance from Persib Bandung—strong in attack, resilient in defense, and fully deserving of the three points.