Preview: Semen Padang vs PSIM Yogyakarta — Kabau Sirah's Mission to Rise at the GOR Haji Agus Salim
Semen Padang FC will host PSIM Yogyakarta in the 24th week of Liga 1 2025/2026 on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. The match at the GOR Haji Agus Salim Stadium becomes a do-or-die encounter for the hosts as they seek to cling to their hopes of escaping the relegation zone.
Semen Padang FC currently sit in 17th place in the provisional standings with 16 points from 23 matches. Under coach Dejan Antonic they have secured only 4 victories; their 0-4 defeat to Bhayangkara FC in the previous week underscored the fragility of their backline, having conceded 41 goals.
Meanwhile, PSIM Yogyakarta have emerged as a surprise among promoted sides. They occupy the 8th position with 36 points, with Laskar Mataram showing steadiness under Jean-Paul van Gastel. A 4-2 win over PSBS Biak provides valuable momentum ahead of their trip to Padang.
Based on the last three meetings, Semen Padang have yet to record a victory over PSIM:
Arthur Augusto; Ravy Tsouka, Jaime Giraldo, Angelo Meneses, Samuel Simanjuntak; Ripal Wahyudi, Alhassan Wakaso; Maicon Souza, Kianz Froese, Firman Juliansyah; Bruno Gomes.
Harlan Suardi; Rio Hardiawan, Franco Ramos, Yusaku Yamadera, Reva Adi; Ghulam Fatkur, Fahreza Sudin, Ezequiel Vidal; Riyatno Abiyoso, Nermin Haljeta, Deri Corfe.
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Persija (Jakarta) regained the lead on 75 minutes through Fábio Calonego. The Brazilian striker capitalised on a cross from the right to push the capital club ahead 2-1.
Persebaya Surabaya is now preparing from the outset for an away match at Borneo FC in the Persebaya vs Borneo FC clash in Liga 1, scheduled for Saturday (7/3).
The forthcoming Liga 1 BRi Super League 2025/2026 fixtures will feature Persijap Jepara vs Persis Solo on Thursday (5/3) at Gelora Bumi Kartini Stadium in Jepara. The aim is to move away from the relegation zone.
A heated clash between Persib Bandung and Persebaya Surabaya ended in a draw.
For a complete preview of Persija Jakarta vs Borneo FC Samarinda in Liga 1 2025/2026, check predictions, head-to-head, standings, and live streaming links here.