7M - Persija Jakarta Edge Malut United 3-2 in Dramatic Super League Clash

Persija Jakarta came from behind to beat Malut United 3-2 on February 24, 2026 at Stadion Gelora Kie Raha, lifting their points tally to 50 from 23 matches and pulling level with Persib Bandung at the top of the Super League, though Persib have two games in hand. Malut United had led through two goals from Ciro Alves and David da Silva but were unable to hold on.

Alaaeddine Ajaraie opened the scoring for Persija in the 6th–7th minute, with Jordi Amat heading in the second in the 29th minute to give the visitors a 2-0 lead. Malut United pulled one back in the 77th minute through Ciro Alves, before Fabio Calonego restored Persija's two-goal cushion with a long-range strike late on. David da Silva pulled a second for Malut in the 82nd minute, setting up a nervy finish.

The match featured two VAR reviews, including a disallowed Persija goal for offside and a late handball check that did not end in a penalty. Aditya Warman was sent off for a second yellow in the 89th minute, adding to the drama.

Persija, nicknamed Macan Kemayoran, are now level atop the standings with Persib Bandung on 50 points, while Malut United sit fourth on 41 points. The result underscored the intensity of the title race as the season heads into its final stage.