Persebaya Surabaya will face an important match in the 15th week of the 2025/2026 Super League by facing the leader of the standings, Borneo FC. However, a difficult situation has hit the Bajul Ijo because it is hit by a player crisis.
Ahead of the match at the Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium (GBT) on Saturday, December 20, 2025, Persebaya is confirmed to appear without two key players, namely Bruno Moreira and Francisco Rivera.
It is known that Francisco Rivera must complete the match penalty due to the accumulation of red cards. Meanwhile, Bruno Moreira must sit out due to the accumulation of yellow cards.
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This situation could potentially disrupt the strategy designed by Persebaya's interim coach, Uston Nawawi. Moreover, Rivera is known as a player who is quite reliable in carrying out attacks.
The absence of Bruno Moreira also caught the attention because besides being the captain of the team, he is also a figure who often sends opponents threats with his speed and ability.
A clear challenge arises for Uston Nawawi who must be clever in dismantling and installing players. Moreover, the figure of a quality cover in the midfield position is also minimal.
Quoted from the club's official website, in the midst of this bad news, Persebaya can see a light at the back line. Foreign defender, Risto Mitrevski, showed rapid progress after stabilization surgery.
Persebaya team doctor, dr. Ahmad Ridoi, confirmed that Mitrevski's condition continued to improve. This is a breath of fresh air considering that the stock of defenders is getting thinner ahead of important matches at the end of the year.
Despite having player problems, Persebaya still has a proud record when playing at the Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium. The record of meeting against Borneo FC at the GBT Stadium tends to be beneficial for the host because Pesut Etam has only recorded one victory.
The capital can give moral support for Bajol Ijo to fight for positive results even though in a condition of minimal players.
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