On Monday, March 10, 2025, Persib Bandung put on an impressive display to claim victory over Semen Padang, winning 4-1 at the Stadion H Agus Salim during the 27th round of the BRI Liga 1 2024/2025. This victory solidifies Persib's position at the top of the league standings, boasting 57 points, eight points clear of Dewa United, who fell to Borneo United 0-1 earlier the same day.
The match started with Semen Padang taking the lead following a penalty scored by Bruno Gomes at the 37th minute, putting them up 1-0. This penalty was awarded after Marc Klok fouled Filipe Chaby, and Gomes converted successfully to give Semen Padang the advantage heading to halftime.
Despite their initial lead, Semen Padang's momentum faltered after the break. Persib Bandung came out aggressively, showcasing their determination to equalize and pull forward. Tyronne del Pino leveled the score for Persib at 63 minutes, receiving a well-placed pass from David da Silva before firing past Semen Padang's goalkeeper, Arthur Augusto.
Just two minutes later, Adam Alis scored again for Persib, putting them up 2-1. This goal also came from another fantastic assist from Ciro Alves, reflecting the team’s newfound energy and strategy enhancements orchestrated by coach Bojan Hodak.
The exhilarating rhythm of the match didn’t cease there. Beckham Putra added to the scoreline with his first goal at the 75th minute, extending the lead to 3-1. This strike came from another assist by Ciro Alves, marking his development as a pivotal playmaker throughout the match.
Beckham wasn’t finished yet. He capped off Persib's commanding performance with another goal at the 86th minute, completing his brace and sealing the final score at 4-1. With this comprehensive victory, Persib showcased their resilience, recovering from the deficit to secure all three points.
This match placed Persib Bandung firmly at the top of the Liga 1 standings, outperforming Dewa United with their consistent triumphs. Semen Padang's loss continues to keep them struggling at 16th position, remaining within the relegation zone with just 22 points from their campaign so far this season.
The importance of this victory for Persib cannot be understated; having recently lost to Persebaya Surabaya 1-4, this win not only reinstated their confidence but also reflected the team's ability to bounce back decisively from setbacks. It demonstrated the powerful playing potential within their roster, making them fierce contenders as the league progresses.
Looking at the game statistics, Persib Bandung held 57% possession across the match. They tallied 13 total shots, with four on target, as opposed to Semen Padang's 11 total shots, four of which were also on target. These numbers encapsulate the dynamic nature of the match and Persib's effective transition from defense to attack.
The lineups for both teams earlier hinted at the intense competition as well. Persib featured Kevin Ray Mendoza as the goalkeeper, surrounded by Henhen Herdiana, Mateo Kocijan, Gustavo Franca, and Edo Febriansyah on the defensive line. The midfield included Robi Darwis and Marc Klok, with wingers Tyronne Del Pino, Beckham Putra, and Ciro Alves joining striker David da Silva at the forefront.
Semen Padang lined up with Arthur da Silva between the posts and included Dwi Nofiansyah, Bima Reksa, Melcior Majefat, and Carlos Chaby as their defense. Bruno Gomes, who scored their only penalty goal, played alongside Filippie Chaby, creating opportunities for wingers Gala Pagamo and Cornelius Stewart to exploit.
The result is significant not only for Persib but for the entire league, indicating the potential shifts as teams approach the latter stages of the season. Fans of the league will undoubtedly keep their eyes on both the title race and relegation battles as the 2024/2025 season heads to its climax.