Gianyar, MINA – The former Indonesian national team coach successfully secured his third victory with Persija Jakarta after defeating Java United 1-0 at the Kapten I Wayan Dipta Stadium in Gianyar, Bali.
In the Matchweek 3 fixture of the 2026/2027 BRI Super League on Saturday night, young Persija player Arlyansyah Abdulmanan (11) scored the match’s only goal.
Arlyansyah found the net in the 13th minute after capitalizing on a cross delivered to him.
The second half saw a more intense contest, with the Tigers from Kemayoran dominating possession and attacking Java United.
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Shots from Rizky Ridho (5) in the 65th minute and Alexander Jeremejeff in the 80th minute were thwarted by goalkeeper Jorge Meurer (30), failing to yield additional goals.
Java United also had a golden opportunity via a powerful shot from Ridho Syuhada from outside the penalty area in the 57th minute, but goalkeeper Nadeo Arga Winata made a brilliant save by parrying the ball away.
During stoppage time, a scuffle broke out involving players from both teams and Java United officials before referee Candra brought the match to a close.
The score remained 1-0, securing the win for Persija Jakarta.
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This three-point haul keeps Persija Jakarta in close pursuit of Madura United—who top the provisional standings—with both teams boasting a perfect record of 9 points from three matches. []
Mi’raj News Agency (MINA)
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