PSM beats Persipura 3-2

MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: Host PSM of Makassar, South Sulawesi secured its first victory of the 2002 National Soccer League by defeating Persipura of Jayapura, Irian Jaya 3-2 on Friday.

The match was postponed on Thursday evening after the Mattoangin Stadium lighting went out at about the two-minute mark of the second half with the score tied 1-1.

After waiting for 30 minutes, the lights were still out and both sides agreed to continue the match on Friday.

PSM's manager, Reza Ali said the win was very important for his team after being defeated by a pair of East Javanese squads, Petrokimia of Gresik and Malang United. -- JP