Serang, MINA – An early goal scored by Persita Tangerang was answered by Persija in the first half of their match during the fifth week of the 2026/2027 BRI Super League on Saturday evening.
Playing at the Banten International Stadium (BIS) in Serang, the hosts—nicknamed Cisadane Warriors—took an early lead in the 5th minute. Luquinhas (97) won an aerial duel to connect with a cross from Rayco Rodriguez (7) in front of the Kemayoran Tigers (Persija’s nickname) goal.
GOAL! Goalkeeper Nadeo Argawinata was left helpless.
The score became 1–0.
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Falling behind by a goal spurred Persija into action. They launched wave after wave of attacks against the hosts’ defense, putting the Cisadane Warriors backline under pressure and forcing them into errors.
A shot on target from a Persija player was cleared by Javlon Guseynov (19), but the clearance was imperfect; the rebound fell right at the feet of Fabio Calonego (97).
GOAL! Goalkeeper Igor Rodrigues (29) failed to keep the ball out.
The score immediately leveled at 1–1.
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Persija Jakarta continued to increase their possession and ramped up their offensive pressure against Persita’s defenses.
The introduction of Hokky Caraka (11) in the 33rd minute bolstered Persita’s attacking threat, creating immediate danger for the Kemayoran Tigers goal.
As the match approached halftime, Persija launched a series of relentless attacks on Persita’s defense, though they were unable to find a clinical finish. []
Mi’raj News Agency (MINA)
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