The match between Dewa United FC and PSIM in Bantul.
progresifjaya.co.id, BANTUL – Banten’s pride, Dewa United FC, secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over PSIM Yogyakarta in the ninth week of the 2026/27 Super League season. This three-point haul has propelled them to the top of the provisional standings, displacing Persija.
Playing at Sultan Agung Stadium in Bantul on Friday, November 6, 2026, Dewa United FC took an early lead in the 10th minute. A handball by Adrian Dalmau inside the PSIM penalty area during a corner kick prompted the referee to point to the penalty spot. Denilson stepped up to take the spot-kick and successfully outfoxed PSIM goalkeeper Cahya Supriadi.
In the 18th minute, Noah Sadaoui had an opportunity to extend the lead for the Banten Warriors, but his final effort was thwarted by Cahya. PSIM attempted to respond in the 28th minute, but a free-kick from Ezequiel Vidal struck the goalpost.
Franco Ramos also had a chance to score in the 38th minute, but his shot on target was denied by Dewa United FC goalkeeper Sonny Stevens. The 1-0 scoreline held until halftime.
In the second half, PSIM managed to level the score in the 66th minute; a header from Vidal—connecting with a cross from Yusaku Yamadera—found the back of the net, beyond the reach of Stevens.
Ultimately, however, it was Dewa United FC that emerged victorious. In the 90+5th minute, following a counter-attack, Taisei Marukawa dribbled into the PSIM penalty area and fired a shot into the right corner of the goal, out of Cahya’s reach. The 2-1 scoreline held in favor of Dewa United FC until the final whistle.
With this result, Dewa United climbs to the top of the provisional standings with 20 points, while PSIM remains in 15th place, having collected only five points. (Bembo)
