SOLO-Persis Solo showed an impressive performance when facing Persebaya Surabaya in the continuation of the 22nd week of League 1 2024/2025. Compete at the Manahan Stadium, Solo, Friday (7/2), the team nicknamed Laskar Sambernyawa managed to secure three full points after winning with a thin score of 2-1.
This victory is a breath of fresh air for Persis, who was previously in a less favorable situation in the standings. An additional three points took them up to 15th position, away from the threat of the relegation zone.
Strong mentality is the key to victory
Persis Solo’s coach, Ong Kim Swee, revealed that this victory was proof of the hard work and fighting spirit of the players. According to him, even though they had difficulty scoring goals in the first half, the team continued to play with high determination until the end of the match.
“Players show a positive attitude and do not give up despite failing to score in the first half. They keep trying and finally able to achieve this important victory, “Ong Kim Swee said after the match.
The former Sabah FC coach added that the attitude and mentality of strong players will be the main capital in dealing with subsequent matches. He is optimistic that his team is able to gather more points to get further away from the relegation zone.
The resurrection of Persis Solo and player motivation
One of the pillars of Persis, Moussa Sidibe, also expressed his happiness for this victory. He acknowledged that the team’s performance was getting better and ready to compete again on the standings board.
“The match went very well, we started with high intensity and created many opportunities. I personally am very happy because I can return to play after a long injury. Thank you to the club for giving me the opportunity to recover in Spain, “said Sidibe.
With the spirit and determination that is getting stronger, Persis Solo is now staring at the next matches with high optimism. They are determined to maintain a positive trend in order to secure a safer position in the League 1 2024/2025 standings.