Dewa United vs PSIM Yogyakarta: A Single Penalty Gives Banten Warriors the Win

Rudi hendrik Editor : Sajadi - Friday, 3 April 2026 - 21:19 WIB

Friday, 3 April 2026 - 21:19 WIB

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Serang, MINA – Dewa United FC and PSIM Yogyakarta drew 0-0 in the first half of their Week 26 BRI Super League 2025/2026 match at Banten International Stadium, Serang on Friday evening.

In the second half, Mataram Troops tried to dominate possession, but Dewa United’s tight defense forced the visitors to only circulate the ball through the middle.

Conversely, when the ball was passed to the Banten Warriors players, a pressing attack ensued.

In the 58th minute, referee Candra abruptly halted play while it was still in progress.

Referee Candra went off-field to check the VAR for a possible penalty.

The incident highlighted by the referee was a scene inside the penalty box during a corner kick for Dewa United.

The VAR footage showed two PSIM players pulling the shirts of two Dewa United players. One of the players was Donny Warmerdam (56) who pulled Ivar Jenner (18).

Referee Candra then awarded a penalty.

Alex Martins (39) successfully executed his penalty kick. He coolly outwitted goalkeeper Cahya Supriadi (19).

GOAL! The score changed to 1-0 in the 62nd minute.

In the 70th minute, goal scorer Alex Martins had to be taken off the field due to injury and was replaced by Rafael Struick (27).

In the final ten minutes, PSIM tried to equalize under the pouring rain. However, Dewa United’s defense remained solid.

In the 90+5 minute, Ze Valente unleashed a powerful long-range shot that was on target. However, goalkeeper Sonny Stevens (92) leaped to parry the ball, preventing it from going in.

The score remained 1-0.

Finally, referee Candra blew his long whistle to end the match.

Dewa United earned three points, but their standings remained unchanged. Dewa United remains in 9th place, narrowing the points gap with PSIM Yogyakarta, which remains in 8th place. []

Mi’raj News Agency (MINA)