Persita Tangerang secured a 2-1 home victory over PSBS Biak Numfor in an Indonesian Liga 1 match on February 16, 2026. The result provided a crucial three points for Persita in their campaign, coming from behind after an early scare. PSBS Biak Numfor shocked the home crowd by taking an early lead, but Persita's resilience shone through as they mounted a comeback. The equalizer came before halftime, shifting the momentum firmly in Persita's favor. The match winner was scored in the second half, likely from a set-piece or a well-worked team move, sealing the win for the Tangerang-based side. This result was important for Persita's league table positioning, moving them away from the lower reaches, while the defeat left PSBS Biak Numfor struggling near the bottom. The Persita manager praised his team's character to fight back, while the PSBS coach lamented his side's inability to hold onto their advantage.