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Persib Bandung defeats FC Seoul in ACL Two opener

Overview

Persib Bandung secured a place in the AFC Champions League Two (ACL Two) 2026-2027 group stage after defeating Manila Digger FC 1-0 in a play-off match on August 31, 2026. Mariano Peralta scored the decisive goal in the 89th minute, allowing the club to join Group E alongside FC Seoul, Melbourne Victory, and The Cong-Viettel. Following a 1-2 defeat against Persija Jakarta on September 12, 2026, the team shifted its focus toward their continental debut. The squad traveled to South Korea to begin training in Seoul to adapt to the environment. Manager Igor Tolic emphasized the need for peak performance despite a tight schedule and the physical toll of travel, while the squad managed the absence of Sandy Walsh and Gakuto Noguchi.

On September 16, 2026, Persib Bandung achieved a historic 1-0 victory against FC Seoul at the Seoul World Cup Stadium in their Group E opener. Julio Cesar scored the decisive goal in the fifth minute following a corner kick from Marc Klok. This result marks the first time an Indonesian club has won an away match in South Korea since the 1994/1995 season, and the first time an Indonesian club has defeated a South Korean opponent in an Asian club competition since PSM Makassar beat the Pohang Steelers in 1996. The win places Persib Bandung at the top of Group E.

The match also featured the Asian competition debut for midfielder Ikwan Ali Tanamal, who expressed pride in contributing to the three points. Manager Igor Tolic noted that the victory helped build player mentality and resilience following recent domestic setbacks. During the match, defender Julio Cesar required medical attention and a neck brace following a collision with FC Seoul goalkeeper Kang Hyeonmu, though he later reassured supporters that he is fine for upcoming domestic fixtures.

Entities

Persib Bandung · AFC Champions League Two · Igor Tolic · FC Seoul · Júlio César

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Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Persib Bandung defeats FC Seoul in historic AFC Champions League Two win

    Persib Bandung made history by defeating FC Seoul 1-0 at the Seoul World Cup Stadium, becoming the first Indonesian club to beat a South Korean side in the AFC Champions League Two.

  2. [SPORTS] 20 sources
    Persib Bandung secures historic win over FC Seoul in South Korea

    Persib Bandung secured a historic 1-0 win over FC Seoul in South Korea, the first such victory for an Indonesian club. Meanwhile, the Arema FC vs Persik Kediri derby ended in a controversial 1-1 draw.

  3. [SPORTS] 21 sources
    Persib Bandung defeats FC Seoul in historic ACL Two victory

    Persib Bandung defeated FC Seoul 1-0 in the AFC Champions League Two Group E opener, thanks to an early Julio Cesar goal, marking a historic win for Indonesian clubs in South Korea.

  4. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Persib Bandung targets AFC Champions League Two title

    Persib Bandung has qualified for the 2026-2027 AFC Champions League Two group stage, where they will compete in Group E against FC Seoul, Melbourne Victory, and The Cong-Viettel FC.

  5. [SPORTS] 21 sources
    Persib Bandung qualifies for ACL Two after defeating Manila Digger

    Persib Bandung defeated Manila Digger 1-0 via a late Mariano Peralta goal to qualify for the AFC Champions League Two 2026/2027 group stage, where they join Group E alongside FC Seoul, Melbourne Victory, and Vi

  6. [SPORTS] 18 sources
    Persib Bandung unveils squad and targets fourth consecutive title

    Indonesian football clubs, led by Persib Bandung, prepare for the 2026/27 season with squad launches and AFC Champions League Two playoff preparations against Manila Digger.

  7. [SPORTS] 10 sources
    Persib Bandung prepares for ACL Two playoff against Manila Digger

    Persib Bandung prepares for an ACL Two playoff against Manila Digger on August 31, 2026. Despite injury concerns and a stadium ban on spectators, the team remains optimistic about securing a group stage spot.

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