PSIM Won the Match Against Persegres

DBasia.news – PSIM Jogja won against Persegres Gresik 1-0 in the 2018 Liga 2 match at Sultan Agung Bantul Stadium, Sunday (9/9). The winning of Laskar Mataram was created by the own goal of Persegres player, Husni Mubarok at 72′.

This winning was really important for Bona Simanjuntak squad. The additional three points made PSIM safe in the temporary standing of West Group. PSIM sit in the 7th rank with 19 points. They have 6 points difference to the red zone team, Semeru FC Lumajang.

However, the victory wasn’t supported by an impressive performance from Hendika Arga Permana and friends. PSIM players played too careful in the first round. They choose to possess the ball as long as they can and seldom do the attack.

“For the result, we are satisfied. But for the match, there are many things that should be improved. The squad are too careful,” said Bona Simanjuntak during the press conference after the match.

Bona assumed it was due to the previous performance in the last match. At that time, PSBS Biak played draw with a 1-1 score, and PSIM played with a quick speed. The condition made PSIM often lost the ball.

“Hence in this match, we told them to play more patient. But in reality, the ball possession is too long,” said the AFC B licensed coach.

After this, PSIM will have two away matches in Kalimantan. PSIM will play against Persiba Balikpapan at Batakan Stadium on September 15 and Martapura FC at Demang Lehman Stadium on September 19.

PSIM set the target to reach the point. If not, either Persiba or PSBS Biak might eliminate their position. Both teams show the progress after the coach transfer.