Persib Bandung Qualifies for ACL Two 2026/2027 After Defeating Manila Digger

A Late Breakthrough at Stadion Si Jalak Harupat

With regulation time nearly expired and extra time looming, Peralta broke the deadlock just one minute before the 90.

Reflecting on the match, Persib head coach Igor Tolic praised his squad’s resilience under pressure. According to post-match comments reported by Radarbanten, Tolic acknowledged the difficulty of the contest while affirming his team’s worthiness. “This is a tight match and I must congratulate the players. They did their job very well. We deserve to win and step into ACL Two,” Tolic stated during the post-match press conference.

Hero of the Night Reflects on the Win

Mariano Peralta earned Man of the Match honors for his dramatic late contribution. Despite the accolades, the goalscorer kept his assessment grounded, emphasizing the collective effort required to overcome Manila Digger.

“As the coach said, this match was very tight. I was just lucky to score and bring our team to win and qualify,” Peralta told reporters after the final whistle. The forward also noted the stiffer challenges waiting ahead in the group stage, adding that the squad will fight to keep advancing.

Looking Ahead to Domestic Duties and Group Stage Realities

With qualification secured, Persib now finds itself bracketed in Group E alongside FC Seoul, Melbourne Victory, and The Cong-Vittel. Rather than looking immediately toward those formidable continental fixtures, Tolic emphasized a match-by-match approach, starting with upcoming domestic commitments in the Super League.

Persib is scheduled to host PSM Makassar on Sunday, September 6, 2026. The coaching staff planned a day of recovery before shifting full preparation toward the domestic clash. Fans can follow official club channels and league announcements for further updates on match schedules and ticketing details as Persib balances its continental ambitions with domestic league play.