Deltras Sidoarjo secured an important 2-1 away win against Persiba Balikpapan in the Indonesian Liga 2 on January 31, 2026. The victory on the road was a significant result for Deltras as they aim for promotion from the country's second division. Persiba Balikpapan took an early lead, capitalizing on a defensive error to go 1-0 up. Deltras grew into the game and equalized just before halftime with a powerful strike from outside the box. The second half was a tight affair, with the winning goal coming from a counter-attack in the 70th minute, finished coolly by the Deltras forward. Persiba Balikpapan threw everything forward in the closing stages but could not find an equalizer. The key incident was the clinical finish for the winner, demonstrating Deltras's efficiency. This away win would have been a major boost for Deltras Sidoarjo's points tally and confidence, while handing Persiba Balikpapan a disappointing home defeat.