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What are Persib Bandung's Chances of Qualifying for the ACL Two Round of 16?

The dramatic victory of Persib Bandung, 3-2, over Selangor FC in the AFC Champions League Two serves as a highway to the knockout stage. Persib will make history.

08 Nov 2025 17:00 WIB · English

By Wisnu Aji Dewabrata

This article has been translated using AI. See original.

The group stage match of ACL Two or the Asian Champions League Two between Selangor FC and Persib at the MBPJ Stadium in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, on Thursday (6/11/2025) will be one of the matches that will always be remembered by the "Maung Bandung" team.

After trailing by two goals in the first half, Persib managed to come back and win 3-2. The result in the neighboring country was a comeback that strengthened Persib's position at the top of Group G in the AFC Champions League Two with 10 points.

Persib has already taken one step towards qualifying for the round of 16 for the first time.

What can be learned from the following article?

  1. What are Persib's chances of qualifying for the round of 16?
  2. What is the current condition of the Persib team?
  3. What are Persib's performance statistics in the BRI Super League?

1. What are Persib's chances of qualifying for the round of 16?

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Persib leads the Group G standings with 10 points from four matches after achieving three victories and one draw. Persib is one point ahead of Bangkok United, which is in second place after winning against Lion City Sailors.

The requirements to advance to the round of 16 are not too difficult. Persib only needs a draw or one additional point from the remaining two group stage matches to secure a ticket to the round of 16.

The match between Persib Bandung and the host Selangor FC in the Group G AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 took place at the MBPJ Stadium in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, on Thursday (6/11/2025) evening. Persib won narrowly with a score of 3-2 in this match.

Persib will visit the home ground of Lion City Sailors on Wednesday (26/11/2025) and then host the match against Bangkok United on Wednesday (10/12/2025).

Persib's main rival in Group G is only Bangkok United, while Selangor FC and Lion City Sailors find it very difficult to catch up. If Persib can hold Bangkok United to a draw, their position will remain secure. Even if Persib loses, the opportunity remains open. Thus, Persib Bandung's chances of advancing to the round of 16 in ACL Two are very promising.

2. What is the current condition of the Persib team?

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The atmosphere within the Persib team is very cheerful after defeating Selangor FC in the continuation of the Group G ACL Two match, coupled with positive results in the domestic competition of the BRI Super League. According to Persib captain Marc Klok, the victory over Selangor FC is a tribute that the supporters of Persib, known as bobotoh, rightfully deserve.

The supporters are willing to spend their time, energy, and even money to support their beloved team in competition. "The only way for us to make them remember this moment is to create a beautiful night for them," said the player wearing jersey number 23 after the match against Selangor.

The match between Persib Bandung and the host Selangor FC in the Group G AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 took place at the MBPJ Stadium in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, on Thursday (6/11/2025) evening. Persib won narrowly with a score of 3-2 in this match.

Before the match against Selangor, the Persib team departed for the neighboring country with an aura of optimism. Klok and his teammates achieved five victories in both the league and tournaments during October and early November. Remarkably, all these victories were secured without conceding a single goal.

Persib coach Bojan Hodak stated that the victory achieved by his players serves as an ideal pathway to foster cohesion among the players after the departure of many key players. He hopes that team cooperation will continue to improve in order to secure more victories in the upcoming matches, both in the Super League and ACL Two.

3. What are the statistics of Persib's performance in the BRI Super League?

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Persib is becoming increasingly strong in the upper echelons of the temporary standings of the BRI Super League in the tenth week. The "Maung Bandung" occupies the fourth position with a total of 19 points. Persib is in close competition with Persija Jakarta and Malut United, both of which have 20 points each.

Persib recorded itself as a team that is prolific in creating shots, totaling 146. Persib lost to Persija, which produced 166 shots.

The shooting accuracy percentage of Persib is similar to that of PSIM Yogyakarta, which recorded a shooting accuracy of 36 percent. It is nearly equal to the record of Borneo FC, which reached 37 percent.

Persib Bandung striker Andrew Jung.

In terms of the number of shots per match required to score a goal, Persib needs 10.4 shots to find the back of the net. This figure is the same as that of PSIM. This number is higher than that of Persija, which requires 8.3 shots.

Persib should not solely rely on the goal productivity of Uilliam Barros Pereira, who has scored 6 goals. Only Andrew Jung has scored more than one goal besides Uilliam.


Credits

Writer:

Wisnu Aji Dewabrata
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Editor:

Prasetyo Eko Prihananto
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Language Editor:

Teguh Candra