Dewa United defeated Australian club Brisbane Roar 4-0 in a closed-door international friendly at Banten International Stadium on Thursday, August 27, 2026, according to reports from CNN Indonesia, Konteks, and TV One News. The match served as a key pre-season test for both clubs before upcoming league competitions.
Early Dominance Led by Rafael Struick
Indonesia national team striker Rafael Struick opened the scoring early against his former club, according to TV One News. Konteks noted that the goal arrived in the second minute of the match, while CNN Indonesia reported it occurred within the first five minutes. Struick previously played for Brisbane Roar during the 2024/2025 season before transferring to Dewa United, as detailed by TV One News.
Following the early breakthrough, Dewa United maintained offensive pressure. Carlos Iury extended the lead to 2-0 in the 35th minute, a scoreline that held through halftime according to CNN Indonesia and Konteks.
Did you know? Brisbane Roar traveled to Indonesia with a 26-player squad that includes former South Korea international Nam Tae Hee, as reported by CNN Indonesia.
Second-Half Goals Seal the Win for Dewa United
Taisei Marukawa added a third goal for the Banten Warriors in the 61st minute, per CNN Indonesia and Konteks.
Midfielder Egy Maulana Vikri capped off the victory with a late goal in the 83rd minute. According to CNN Indonesia, Brisbane Roar failed to muster a reply, locking in the final 4-0 score.
Pre-Season Preparations and Upcoming Fixtures
The comprehensive victory provides a positive boost for Dewa United as they finalize preparations for the upcoming Super League 2026/2027 season, which is scheduled to kick off on September 4, 2026, according to CNN Indonesia. Konteks noted that the fixture allowed the coaching staff to evaluate tactics and build squad cohesion.
For Brisbane Roar, the match marked the first stop on their Indonesia Tour 2026. The A-League club will now travel to Jakarta to face Persija Jakarta at the Jakarta International Stadium (JIS) on Saturday, August 29, 2026, according to CNN Indonesia and Konteks (with TV One News noting the date as August 30). Unlike the closed-door fixture in Serang, the upcoming match against Persija will be open to the public and will coincide with the club’s new team and jersey launch event.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score between Dewa United and Brisbane Roar?
Dewa United defeated Brisbane Roar 4-0 on August 27, 2026.
Who scored the goals for Dewa United?
Rafael Struick, Carlos Iury, Taisei Marukawa, and Egy Maulana Vikri each scored a goal.
Was the match open to the public?
No, the friendly at Banten International Stadium was held behind closed doors.
Who does Brisbane Roar play next in Indonesia?
Brisbane Roar faces Persija Jakarta at the Jakarta International Stadium in an open fixture.
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