PSMS Medan 0-2 Port FC: Thai visitors dominate to win Indonesian President Cup group clash

Port FC of Thailand showed superior quality on the artificial pitch at Teladan Stadium, defeating hosts PSMS Medan 2-0 in the Indonesian President Cup group stage on 26 July 2026. The result virtually guarantees Port FC a place in the knockout rounds, while PSMS Medan's hopes hang by a thread.

Match Report

The game began with PSMS Medan trying to impose their physical style, but Port FC's technical superiority quickly became evident. The Thai side controlled possession from the first whistle, with midfielders Suksan and Pakorn dictating the tempo. Port FC opened the scoring in the 23rd minute when striker Heberty slipped his marker and volleyed home a cross from the right.

PSMS Medan had their best chance just before halftime, but striker Wahyu Ilham saw his header brilliantly saved by Port FC goalkeeper Worawut. The second half followed a similar pattern – Port FC kept the ball patiently, and Medan struggled to create clear openings. The visitors sealed the win in the 77th minute through a well-worked free kick routine, finished by midfielder Phodjanak at the far post.

Key Statistics

• Possession: PSMS Medan 38% – 62% Port FC
• Shots on target: PSMS Medan 3 – 7 Port FC
• Corners: PSMS Medan 2 – 6 Port FC
• Yellow cards: PSMS Medan 3 – 1 Port FC

Analysis

Port FC's experience in regional competitions clearly showed. Their defensive organisation prevented Medan from launching effective counter-attacks, and their passing accuracy of 87% frustrated the home crowd. Medan's coach, Ansyari Lubis, attempted to change the shape at the hour mark by introducing two attacking substitutes, but Port FC simply retreated and absorbed pressure.

Player of the Match

Port FC's midfielder Suksan Kaewprom was outstanding – completing 92 passes with 94% accuracy, making three key passes, and covering every blade of grass. His partnership with veteran Pakorn Prempak formed the heartbeat of the team.

Tournament Context

This Indonesian President Cup edition features several Southeast Asian guest teams. Port FC now have six points from two group games and can advance with a draw in their final match. PSMS Medan remain on three points and must win their last group game and hope for other results to go their way to progress to the quarter-finals.

Match details: Indonesian President Cup, Group C, 26 July 2026, kick-off 16:30 local time at Stadion Teladan, Medan.