Arema tried to be more dominant from the start of the match. In the sixth minute, the hosts got their first chance through the efforts of Abel Camara. The striker's hard kick with the back number 29 soared over the opponent's crossbar.

The Mad Lion continues to attack. Five minutes later, Eduardo Almeida's polished squad got another chance. This time through Johan Alfarizi.

The captain's close-range shot deviated slightly from the target. Stung by the situation, PSIS tried to get out of the pressure. The visitors had spread threats through a situation of chaos and corner kicks.

In the 23rd minute, Laskar Mahesa Jenar counterattacked. Taisei Marukawa ran into the Arema penalty box and fired a shot. Unfortunately, the former Persebaya Surabaya kick was too weak, and was easily anticipated by goalkeeper Adilson Maringa.

Entering the half hour of the game, the situation seemed even. PSIS is more daring to play possession of the ball. Every now and then Sergio Alexandre's team sent a direct pass into the heart of the host's defense.

In the 32nd minute, Arema got a chance through a free kick. Adam Alis became the executor. The ball from the winger's kick was driven away by the opposing players.

Towards the end of the first half, the intensity of the match increased. Both teams are buying and selling attacks. But until halftime, the glasses score remained.