Menpora Cup Semifinal First Leg: Kemayoran Tigers Gebuk Maung Bandung 2-0

Persija vs Persija (PERSIB.co.id/Amandeep Rohimah)

JAKARTA - Persib must recognize Persija Jakarta's 0-2 superiority in the first leg of the Menpora Cup at Maguwoharjo Sleman Stadium, Thursday, April 22, 2021. For Persib, this is the first defeat in the 2021 Menpora Cup.

Persib immediately snapped up with Persija's quick goal by Braif Fatari when the game had not yet stepped on a minute. Only a few moments later, Persija added advantage through a kick from Taufik Hidayat.

Maung Bandung is trying to catch up with Persija's two-goal deficit. However, the Blue Prince's efforts were not successful until halftime.

Entering the second half, Robert immediately responded. Three players, Esteban Vizcarra, Dedi Kusnandar and Beckham Putra Nugaraha were deployed. They replaced Farshad Noor, Abdul Azis and Febri Hariyadi.

The presence of the three of them is quite a differentiator for the Blue Prince's game. Immediate pressure intensified since the second half began.

Opportunities were obtained by Persib through Wander Luiz in the 52nd minute. Unfortunately, Wander's overhead kick was still unable to tear Persija's net.

Persib got two opportunities through Esteban Vizcarra's feet. However, Vizcarra's goal has not yet met the target.

Maung Bandung doesn't want to give up. Efforts continue to be made by Wander Luiz and friends. One more chance was born in the 75th minute. It was again Vizcarra who got the opportunity but still couldn't break Persija's goal again.

Efforts are being made to catch up. However, the 2-0 score for Persija's superiority lasted until the referee Fariq Hitaba blew the long whistle signaling the game was over.