Bhayangkara FC (BFC) endured a challenging evening as they failed to halt the impressive momentum of Persib Bandung on Matchday 30 of the Super League 2025-2026. The decisive encounter took place last night, April 30, at the PKOR Pemuda Stadium in Lampung, where despite playing as the hosts, BFC ultimately succumbed to a 2-4 defeat against their formidable rivals.
The match began promisingly for “The Guardian” squad, who established an early two-goal advantage. Bernard Doumbia broke the deadlock in the 6th minute, followed by Moussa Sidibe’s strike in the 26th minute, seemingly putting Bhayangkara FC in a commanding position. However, Persib Bandung managed to pull one back just before halftime, with center-back Frederico Barba finding the net in the 45+2nd minute, signaling a shift in momentum.
The second half witnessed a rejuvenated Persib Bandung unleash a relentless attack. Rosembergne “Berguinho” da Silva leveled the score in the 49th minute, and Beckham Putra Nugraha put Persib ahead in the 60th minute. Adam Alis then sealed the victory in the 89th minute, completing a stunning comeback that left the home crowd in disbelief.
Despite the agonizing defeat on home turf, Bhayangkara Presisi Lampung FC coach Paul Munster maintained a composed demeanor. He viewed the setback as a crucial learning experience, emphasizing its importance for addressing and enhancing the team’s overall solidity. “There are valuable lessons to be learned from this game,” Munster stated, as quoted by Antara. “We must bounce back swiftly and perform with greater strength in our upcoming fixtures.”
The former Persebaya coach acknowledged that “The Guardian” had initially gained the upper hand, with Moussa Sidibe and his teammates applying relentless pressure from the start, effectively matching Persib’s play and securing a comfortable two-goal lead. However, disaster struck after the halftime whistle. Paul Munster conceded that his players’ focus wavered significantly, leading to them conceding three crucial goals that completely turned the tide of the match.
He further noted that Bhayangkara FC’s predicament was exacerbated when two potential equalizing goals in the second half were disallowed by the referee for offside. Munster believed this pivotal moment severely impacted his team’s mental fortitude. “Those two goals could have truly changed the complexion of the game, but they were disallowed,” Paul Munster commented. “That significantly affected our momentum to fight back.”
Despite his disappointment, the Belfast-born, Swedish-national coach maintained an optimistic outlook. He believes that this challenging experience will ultimately temper his squad, making them far more resilient and formidable. The 44-year-old tactician confirmed his intention to conduct a thorough post-match evaluation. “This serves as a crucial note for us,” Paul Munster elaborated. “We will meticulously assess what actions need to be taken and what efforts must be made to secure future victories.”
This vital victory propelled Persib Bandung back to the top of the Super League standings, accumulating 69 points. They now share the same points tally as Borneo FC but hold a superior head-to-head record. The distinction lies in their performance records: Persib boasts 21 wins, six draws, and three losses, whereas Borneo FC has secured 22 victories, three draws, and five defeats. Meanwhile, Bhayangkara FC, who had previously occupied fourth place, has now slipped to sixth position with 47 points, a record derived from 14 wins, five draws, and 11 losses.