JEPARA, Indonesia (Interstat) — Persijap opened its Liga 1 season with a commanding 3-1 victory over heavily favored Persebaya Surabaya on Saturday at Stadion Gelora Bumi Kartini.

The result defied projections, as Persebaya Surabaya entered with an 80% probability to win. Persijap midfielder Iker Guarrotxena led the upset, scoring in the 32nd minute and again in second-half stoppage time. Persebaya Surabaya’s Alexis Gómez equalized in the 71st minute, but Persijap substitute Bruno secured the win with a late goal.

The match featured eight yellow cards. Persebaya Surabaya played the final minutes with 10 men after Andhika Ramadhani received a red card in the 86th minute. Persijap begins the campaign with a win, while Persebaya Surabaya starts with a loss.