Tridatu Soldiers Beat Bajul Ijo 2-0

Bali, Beritasatu.com – The Bali United vs Persebaya Surabaya match ended in favor of the hosts with a score of 2-0 in Week 17 of League 1 at the Captain I Wayan Dipta Stadium, Gianyar, Bali, on Saturday (28/12/2024) evening. Bali United’s two goals against Persebaya were scored by Private Mbarga and Irfan Jaya.

This positive result brought Serdadu Tridatu, nicknamed Bali United, up to fifth in the Indonesian League 1 standings by collecting 27 points from 16 matches. Meanwhile, despite losing, Bajul Ijo, nicknamed Persebaya Surabaya, still leads the Indonesian League 1 standings with 37 points from 17 matches.

In terms of statistics, Bali United lost possession of the ball by only registering 47 percent. However, Stefano Cugurra’s team was able to appear more effective in taking advantage of opportunities.

In the first half, Bali United immediately took the initiative to attack and created a chance through Irfan Jaya’s kick. However, this action was still secured by Persebaya goalkeeper, Ernando Ari.

On the other hand, Persebaya posed a threat through Mohammed Rashid’s free kick, but the ball was unable to penetrate Bali United’s goal.

Entering the second half, Bali United managed to open the scoring in the 63rd minute through the individual action of Privat Mbarga who successfully scored a goal, changing the score to 1-0.

Only three minutes later, Bali increased their lead. Privat Mbarga’s pass was put to good use by Irfan Jaya who shot the ball into Ernando Ari’s goal, changing the score to 2-0. Until the final whistle sounded, the score did not change.

After the Bali United vs Persebaya match, Serdadu Tridatu will face Persib Bandung in the postponed match of week 12 on Tuesday (7/1/2025). Meanwhile, Persebaya is scheduled to compete against PSS Sleman in the 18th week, Saturday (11/1/2025).