Persebaya Surabaya defeats Western Australia in friendly match

In a friendly match at Sam Kerr Football Centre, Persebaya Surabaya defeated Western Australia with a score of 2-0 — demonstrating the Indonesian team’s dominance.

The first half remained goalless despite both teams exchanging attacks. Francisco Rivera from Persebaya had a golden opportunity — but his effort was saved by Western Australia’s goalkeeper.

Persebaya finally broke the deadlock in the 61st minute through Rivera who capitalized on a precise pass from Gali Freitas. The visitors extended their lead in stoppage time — Rizky Dwi unleashed a powerful shot from outside the penalty box that eluded the opposing keeper.

Persebaya’s lineup:
* Ernando Ari (replaced by Andhika Ramadhani 46′)
* Arief Catur
* Dime Dimov (replaced by Kadek Raditya 70′)
* Risto Mitrevski
* Francisco Rivera
* Bruno Moreira
* Gali Freitas (replaced by Alfan Suaib 70′)
* Adida Nugraha (replaced by Sheva Kandanu 76′)
* Malik Risaldi
* Milos Raickovic
* Dejan Tumbas