PSIS Semarang Takes the Lead Against Persela Lamongan!
In a thrilling Championship 2025/2026 match, PSIS Semarang narrowly defeated Persela Lamongan in the first half. The game, held at Stadion Surajaya in Lamongan on Friday afternoon, saw PSIS take a 1-0 lead into the break.
Persela Lamongan started strong, dominating possession and pressing high from the opening whistle. However, the PSIS defense proved resilient, thwarting numerous attacks from Beto Goncalves and his teammates. Despite the home side's relentless pressure, they struggled to find a breakthrough.
PSIS, on the other hand, looked to exploit opportunities on the counter-attack. While their forays forward were less frequent, they posed a constant threat to the Persela backline. The first 15 minutes remained goalless as both teams battled for control.
Persela continued to push forward, creating several chances. In the 21st minute, Dodi Alexvan Djin's header went wide. Shortly after, a free-kick from Jonathan Bustos in the 26th minute sailed over the crossbar. Despite their dominance, Persela couldn't convert their opportunities.
As the first half wore on, Persela nearly broke the deadlock in the 36th minute, but Rizky Darmawan, the PSIS goalkeeper, made a brilliant save to deny Bustos' powerful shot from outside the penalty area.
Then, against the run of play, PSIS struck! In the 42nd minute, Krisna Jon slotted the ball into the bottom right corner of the net, leaving the Persela keeper with no chance. The goal gave PSIS a 1-0 lead, which they held onto until halftime.
The second half promises to be an exciting affair as Persela Lamongan looks to mount a comeback and PSIS Semarang aims to consolidate their lead.
Key Moments:
- Persela's early dominance.
- PSIS's counter-attacking threat.
- Krisna Jon's crucial goal for PSIS.