Persikad Depok delivered a dominant Indonesian Liga 2 performance on 8 November 2026, thrashing Persiku Kudus 4-0 with a display full of pressing, width, and clinical finishing. The home side controlled the match from the early stages and never allowed Persiku to settle into a rhythm.
Match overview
Persikad Depok started aggressively, pressing Persiku Kudus high up the pitch and forcing errors in the visitors’ build-up. The opening goal arrived early, setting the tone for a one-sided contest. Persikad doubled their lead before half-time after a flowing move down the left ended with a finish from inside the box, leaving Persiku with a mountain to climb.
Any hopes of a second-half comeback were quickly extinguished. Persikad added a third goal shortly after the restart, capitalising on another turnover and attacking the space behind Persiku’s defence. The fourth arrived later in the game as the hosts continued to create chances, completing a comprehensive victory and a clean sheet.
Key moments
- Early opener: Persikad’s high press forced a mistake and produced a confident finish.
- Second goal: A flowing move down the left created a close-range chance and a 2-0 lead.
- Third goal: A turnover in midfield led to a quick attack and a decisive finish after the break.
- Fourth goal: Persikad rounded off the scoring with another well-worked attacking move.
Tactical story
Persikad Depok’s shape was built to overwhelm Persiku in wide areas. Their full-backs pushed high, creating overloads against Persiku’s defensive line, while the midfield rotated quickly to recycle possession. The front line pressed in coordinated fashion, cutting off short passes and forcing Persiku into long clearances that were often contested and won back.
Persiku Kudus struggled to maintain possession for extended periods. Their midfield was overrun, and when they did manage to break forward, the final pass was often rushed or intercepted. Persikad’s defensive line stayed alert to counter-attacks, and the clean sheet was a fitting reward for a performance of complete control.
Standout performers
Persikad’s attacking unit shared the credit, with the wide players causing constant problems and the central striker linking play effectively. The midfield was energetic and precise, winning second balls and setting the tempo. Persiku’s goalkeeper made several saves to prevent an even heavier defeat, but the visitors were second-best across the pitch.
Table impact
The three points and four-goal swing are a major boost for Persikad Depok in the Indonesian Liga 2 standings, strengthening their goal difference and adding momentum to their campaign. For Persiku Kudus, the defeat is a difficult lesson and a reminder of the standards required in a competitive division.

