Arema, Persik play to 1‑1 draw in Indonesian Super League

KEPANJEN, Indonesia (Interstat) — Zanadin Fariz gave Persik a lead in the sixth minute, but Arema responded with a goal of its own as the teams played to a 1-1 draw in an Indonesian Super League match on Sept. 18 at Stadion Kanjuruhan. The result moved Persik to one win, one loss and one draw in the competition, also its overall record. Arema now stands at one win, no losses and two draws in league play, matching its overall mark. Persik’s Francisco Kiko was booked in first-half stoppage time, and Arema’s MV followed with a yellow card moments later. Arema’s Alfeandra Dewangga was cautioned in the 59th minute, while Persik’s Daffa Salman and Marcelo Djaló received yellow cards in the 82nd and 85th minutes. Arema is set to host Bhayangkara in its next Super League match, while Persik will host Madura in its next league match.