Following the second matchday of Group B in the Piala Presiden 2026 tournament at Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo, Persebaya claimed the top spot in the standings with six points after defeating PSMS 1–0, according to tournament reports published on July 29. Standings shifts also followed a 2–2 draw between Port FC and Persija.
Group B Standings Shift After Persebaya Victory and Persija Draw
Persebaya secured a win of the group stage thanks to a single goal scored by Yuran Fernandes against PSMS, according to match results from Stadion Gelora Bung Tomo. The 1–0 victory pushes the club, coached by Bernardo Tavares, to six points total. This tally guarantees Persebaya a place in the tournament’s semifinal round ahead of their final group fixture, according to standings data released on July 29.
In the group’s other fixture, Thai club Port FC faced Persija in a tightly contested match that ended in a 2–2 stalemate. Port FC initially took the lead through goals from Peeradol Chamrasamee and Issam Al Shabi. Persija responded with equalizing efforts from Arlyansyah Abdulmanan and Stejpan Loncar, splitting the points between the two sides.
Current Group B Table and Semifinal Scenarios
With the latest results finalized, the Group B table places Persebaya at the summit with six points. Port FC sits in second place with four points, while Persija occupies third place with one point. PSMS remains at the bottom of the group standings with zero points, according to official tournament tracking.
The remaining group-stage matches scheduled for August 1, will determine the final semifinalist from Group B alongside Persebaya. Port FC, holding the status of tournament defending champions, requires only a single point from their upcoming fixture against Persebaya to secure advancement. Meanwhile, Persija faces PSMS needing a victory paired with a superior goal difference over Port FC to keep their semifinal hopes alive, as PSMS has been eliminated from advancement contention.
Group A Updates and Tournament Path
In Group A action, Persib leads the standings with six points and has similarly locked down a confirmed spot in the tournament semifinals. The remaining qualification battle in Group A remains open, with Arema, Tampines Rovers, and DPMM FC all mathematically retaining chances to reach the final qualification stages based on current point totals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads Group B in the Piala Presiden 2026 standings?
Persebaya leads Group B with six points, securing an early spot in the semifinals.
What are the qualification requirements for Port FC?
As reigning champions, Port FC needs only one point from their final match against Persebaya on August 1 to advance to the semifinals.
Can Persija still reach the semifinals?
Yes, Persija can advance if they defeat PSMS in their final group match and finish with a better goal differential than Port FC.
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