According to MEDIATA.ID, Arema FC secured a 2-0 victory against DPMM FC on Friday, July 31, 2026, at Si Jalak Harupat Stadium in Bandung Regency, ensuring their progression to the semifinals of the 2026 President’s Cup. Brazilian striker Gustavo Henrique scored both goals, lifting Singo Edan to a total of six points from three matches and sealing advancement without relying on other group results.
Arema FC vs DPMM FC Match Details and Group A Standings
Entering the final Group A fixture, Arema FC faced immediate pressure to deliver a result. According to MEDIATA.ID, Singo Edan sat in second place with three points, trailing Persib Bandung, which held six points, while DPMM FC and Tampines Rovers each held one point. Securing a win offered a safe path to the semifinals.
After a scoreless opening phase, Gustavo Henrique broke the deadlock for Arema. The Brazilian forward later added his second goal of the match, extending the lead to 2-0. According to MEDIATA.ID, Singo Edan successfully defended this advantage until the final whistle, concluding the group stage with two wins and one loss.
Gustavo Henrique’s Scoring Run in the 2026 President’s Cup
Gustavo Henrique drove Arema’s offensive resurgence following an initial tournament defeat. According to MEDIATA.ID, the striker previously netted both goals in a 2-1 victory over Tampines Rovers, converting passes from Careca and Achmad Maulana Syarif respectively.
With his brace against DPMM FC, Gustavo accumulated four goals across two matches. According to MEDIATA.ID, every single goal scored by Singo Edan in their final two group fixtures came from the Brazilian forward, establishing him as the focal point of the team’s attack as they head into the knockout rounds.
Did you know? Arema FC bounced back from an opening 0-1 defeat against Persib Bandung in Group A to win their subsequent two matches and secure six points total, according to MEDIATA.ID.
Group A Results Breakdown
Arema’s path through the group stage involved three distinct outcomes, according to MEDIATA.ID:
- Persib Bandung 1-0 Arema FC
- Arema FC 2-1 Tampines Rovers
- Arema FC 2-0 DPMM FC
These fixtures left Arema with six points, pushing the squad directly into the tournament semifinals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the match between Arema FC and DPMM FC?
According to MEDIATA.ID, Arema FC won the match 2-0 against DPMM FC on July 31, 2026.
Who scored the goals for Arema FC against DPMM FC?
Gustavo Henrique scored both goals for Arema FC, according to MEDIATA.ID.
Did Arema FC qualify for the semifinals of the 2026 President’s Cup?
Yes, according to MEDIATA.ID, the 2-0 victory brought Arema to six points and secured their spot in the semifinals.
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