Semen Padang Defeats PSIS Semarang 3-2 in Liga 1 Matchday 29 Thriller

In the Liga 1 2024/2025 Matchday 29 fixture at Haji Agus Salim Stadium, Semen Padang secured a crucial 3-2 victory over PSIS Semarang.

The first half ended goalless, but the tempo rose significantly after the break. Septian David Maulana opened the scoring for PSIS in the 62nd minute with a precise left-footed strike.

Just four minutes later, Semen Padang responded through young talent Firman Juliansyah, who equalized by capitalizing on a goalmouth scramble following a long throw-in.

This thrilling encounter continued with more goals that ultimately gave Semen Padang all three points, further complicating PSIS Semarang’s battle against relegation.

The defeat pushes PSIS deeper into the relegation zone, increasing pressure on the team with only a few matches remaining. Meanwhile, Dewa United now has a valuable opportunity to close the gap on league leaders Persib Bandung, as they prepare to face PSS Sleman later in the evening at Maguwoharjo Stadium.