Make Debut On Birthday Moment, Arema Target Coach Wins Over PSBS Biak

JAKARTA - The closing party for the first week of Super League 2025/2026 will be held Monday, August 11, 2025, by bringing together Arema FC vs PSBS Biak at the Kanjuruhan Stadium, Malang.

This match marks Arema FC's debut at home. This match also became special because it was held right on the 38th anniversary of the club, after its establishment since August 11, 1987.

Along with this special moment, Arema FC coach Marcos Santos promised a different appearance.

He wanted to get a positive result after the team had appeared less convincing, including in the 2025 Presidential Cup.

"Playing at home alone, Arema will look different, rather than the President's Cup and trials. Preparations are good enough, we will make this match a special day," he said ahead of the match.

Meanwhile, PSBS Biak coach, Divaldo Alves, considered that he would have a tough match. However, his team is ready to give a surprise even though they will play under pressure from opposing supporters.

"Kami tahu Arema sedang ulang tahun, suporter mereka akan datang, untuk melakukan partai dan meraih kemenangan. Namun, kami datang sini untuk meraih Tiga poin," ujar pria asal Portugal.

In this inaugural match, both Singo Edan and Hurricane Pacific are inhabited by many new faces. Last season, Arema FC won 3-2 at home and drew 2-2 while playing at PSBS headquarters.