Madura United defeated Arema FC with a final score of 3-0 in the ninth week of the 2026-2027 Super League at Gelora Madura Ratu Pamelingan Stadium Pamekasan.
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The three goals for the home team were scored by Jorge Mendonca in the 45th minute, Dimitar Mitkov in the 45+2 minute, and Gali Freitas in the second half in the 92+2 minute.
Since the first half, Arema seemed to take the initiative to attack the heart of Madura United's defense.
The team nicknamed 'Singo Edan' immediately intensified its attacks since referee Bangkit Sanjaya blew the whistle to signal the start of the match.
Attack after attack continued to be launched, attempting to breach Madura United's defense. Several chances were created in the first 10 minutes. However, the home team's tight defense thwarted Arema FC's efforts. Madura United's counterattacks even overwhelmed Arema.
In the 45th minute, Madura broke the deadlock. Madura United's Jorge Mendonca headed home Lulinha's cross from a corner kick, making it 1-0 to the home side.
Two minutes later, Madura added another goal. Dimitar Mitkov scored with a shot after receiving a pass from Giovani Numberi, making it 2-0.
In the second half, Madura United continued to press forward. Arema attempted to respond through set pieces.
Previously, the home team tried to take advantage of the remaining normal time by attacking the opponent's defense line.
The collaboration between Danilo Santacruz and Dimitar Mitkov finally managed to add a goal after Gali Freitas took advantage of the chaos in front of Arema FC's goal during injury time in the second half, precisely in the 90+2 minute.
"This victory was due to our players being able to capitalize on their opportunities," said Madura United FC coach Jose Manuel Gomes da Silva after the match.
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