Berguinho Lifts Persib Bandung Over PSBS Biak In Dramatic Super League Clash

Persib Bandung reclaimed the summit of the BRI Super League 2025/2026 in dramatic fashion, edging PSBS Biak 1-0 at the Stadion Gelora Bandung Lautan Api on Sunday night, January 25, 2026. In a match packed with tension, grit, and late drama, it was Berguinho’s late strike that sent the home crowd into raptures and sealed three crucial points for Maung Bandung.

The 18th-week clash saw Persib face off against a determined PSBS Biak side, who arrived in Bandung with hopes of upsetting the odds. The stakes were high for both teams: Persib were gunning for the top spot, while PSBS Biak, languishing in 15th, desperately needed points to escape the relegation zone. The atmosphere inside the stadium was electric, with thousands of Bobotoh roaring their team forward from the first whistle.

Persib wasted no time in asserting dominance. Right from kickoff, they pressed high and controlled possession, finishing the night with a commanding 62% of the ball. Early chances came thick and fast—Thom Haye’s sixth-minute effort was blocked, and Marc Klok’s long-range attempt was bravely stopped by the Biak backline. Yet, for all their pressure, Persib found PSBS’s defense, marshaled by goalkeeper Kadu, a tough nut to crack. Kadu’s heroics, especially in the opening half, kept the visitors alive and frustrated the home side.

PSBS Biak, coached by Kahudi Wahyu, set up defensively and looked to hit on the break. They managed a couple of shots on target, notably more than Persib managed before the break, but failed to seriously threaten Teja Paku Alam in the Persib goal. The first half ended goalless, with both teams locked in a tactical arm-wrestle and neither able to find the breakthrough.

Drama struck early in the second half. Just as Persib ramped up their attacking intent, the visitors were dealt a hammer blow. In the 55th minute, Heri Susanto—already on a yellow—committed a rash foul on Alfeandra Dewangga. Referee Axer Febrian Sinaga showed no hesitation, brandishing a second yellow and reducing PSBS Biak to ten men. According to multiple sources, "Heri Susanto received a second yellow card and was sent off at the 55th minute for a foul on Alfeandra Dewangga." Despite protests from the PSBS camp, the decision stood, and the visitors faced an uphill battle for the remaining half hour.

With the numerical advantage, Persib’s coach Bojan Hodak made tactical adjustments to keep up the pressure. Adam Alis replaced the injured Marc Klok as early as the 16th minute, and in the second half, Andrew Jung came on for Beckham Putra to add fresh legs in attack. The substitutions paid immediate dividends, as Persib began peppering the PSBS penalty area with crosses and shots. Notable chances included a Berguinho strike at 69 minutes that whistled past the post and a powerful header from Andy Jung at 73 minutes that narrowly missed the target.

PSBS Biak, meanwhile, tried to shore up their depleted midfield by bringing on Nelson Alom for Ilham Udin Armaiyn at the hour mark. The visitors, now outnumbered, dropped deep and absorbed wave after wave of Persib attacks. Kadu continued his excellent performance in goal, denying Persib with a series of brave stops. For a while, it looked as though the visitors might escape with a point.

But Persib’s persistence finally paid off in the dying minutes. In the 88th minute, Ramon de Andrade Souza delivered a pinpoint cross into the box. Berguinho, showing superb anticipation, latched onto the ball and fired it past the despairing Kadu. The stadium erupted as the ball hit the back of the net. The goal was briefly reviewed by VAR for a possible infringement, but after a tense wait, the referee confirmed the goal at 90+1 minutes. "The winning goal was scored by Rosebergne da Silva (Berguinho) at the 88th minute from an assist by Ramon de Andrade Souza, confirmed by VAR at 90+1 minutes," according to official match reports.

Persib saw out the final few minutes with composure, refusing to let PSBS Biak back into the contest. When the final whistle blew at the 94th minute, the scoreline read 1-0 to the hosts—a result that sent them soaring to 41 points, leapfrogging Borneo FC by a single point at the top of the league standings. PSBS Biak, meanwhile, remain stuck in 15th with 16 points and face a tough road ahead in the relegation scrap.

The match statistics told the story of Persib’s dominance: eight shots attempted, though only one found the target—the all-important winner. PSBS Biak, for their part, managed two shots on target but lacked the firepower to seriously trouble Teja Paku Alam. The home side’s defensive record at Gelora Bandung Lautan Api remains impeccable, with Persib now unbeaten in eight home matches this season.

Both coaches made significant changes throughout the game. Persib’s starting lineup featured Teja Paku Alam, Henhen Herdiana, Nick Kuipers, Gustavo Franca, Edo Febriansah, Marc Klok, Dedi Kusnandar, Tyronne del Pino, Ciro Alves, David da Silva, and Beckham Putra. PSBS Biak lined up with Mario Londok, Marckho Sandy, Julian Velazquez, Fabiano Beltrame, Barnabas Sobor, Muhammad Tahir, Takuya Matsunaga, Williams Lugo, Jeam Kelly Sroyer, Alexsandro Ferreira, and Beto Goncalves. The tactical battle between Bojan Hodak and Kahudi Wahyu was evident throughout, with both managers seeking every possible edge.

Looking ahead, Persib’s next challenge will be an away fixture against Persis Solo, while PSBS Biak must regroup quickly as they prepare to face Madura United. With the league entering a crucial phase, every point—and every goal—could prove decisive in the race for the title and the fight for survival.

For now, Persib’s faithful can savor a night of high drama and late heroics. Berguinho’s clinical finish and the team’s unyielding spirit have put them in pole position as the Super League campaign heats up. But with plenty of matches still to play, the race at the top is far from over.