Dream : Legend Maker
Meeting an Ex

WARNING: Any form of name, place, background is fiction

The impact of Persiba's defeat made many butterfly effects. Initially those who perched at the top of the class now have to go down. King last year, Bali United again topped the position.

The PSIS with an accumulation of 19 points rose one rank to seven overtaking Madura United who lost against Persija.

Many have known Raka when he defended the U-21 national team. But playing in the national team and at the club is a different thing.

His performance in the national team has indeed captivated the hearts of football supporters in the country. It certainly also has an impact on the high expectations of supporters to Raka.

The Panzer also hopes that the U-21 captain can maintain his performance when playing in the league1.

Fortunately his performance yesterday proved that he is able to adapt to the league.

Raka's debut against Persiba was indeed a success. He was able to give a different color since he came in.

In addition, his debut also successfully bagged 1 assist in his statistics.

Coach Sergio praised and commemorated Raka in his interview during his post-match press conference.

"Raka is a promising young player. I am very proud to be able to train him but I advise not to be high-minded. The way is still long, the league is not over and his career is still short. I hope he gets better year after year."

Since Raka's successful debut, coach Sergio has increasingly given minutes to Raka to play despite not being a starter.

In the 12th match against PSS Sleman away, Raka went on the field in the 67th minute.

Currently the match is led by PSIS with a score of 2 - 0. There is no burden to bear, coach Sergio just provides an opportunity of experience for Raka.

During those thirteen minutes Raka often gets physical contact with PSS players when getting the ball. Lucky for his regular training with Mateo, now he can hold it back.

Raka also had time to give a pass that threatened the PSS goal. Unfortunately Carl failed to finish well. The ball thrown by Carl bounced too high over the bar.

Carl is also very sorry, the bait is good but he failed to control the power of the kick. He turned around and gave a thumbs up to Raka. Proof that the bait is good.

Raka who saw his beautiful pass failed to produce a goal was also not too concerned. Raka gave a thumbs up in return for Carl.

In the end when the game ends, the score is maintained 2 - 0.

The team's performance began to improve to the right track. Coach Sergio is also satisfied with bringing three points from the away game.

But what is a stumbling block to the positive PSIS trend is the 13th weekend match. They will welcome Tiger Kemayoran, Persija at Jatidiri Stadium.

Persija is predicted to be one of Bali United's competitors in the race for the league cup. Under the tutelage of coach Dani, Persija always finished as the top three.

In his office, coach Sergio is seen touching the temple while looking at the papers strewn across the table. He was confused as to what the right strategy to deal with Persija was.

In the room there were also some assistant coaches who came to think about the strategy. When coach Sergio was already in a stalemate, one of the assistant coaches broke the silence.

"What if we apply the 4-3-1-2 strategy?"

"4-3-1-2? we've never trained this before."

"I'm pretty pessimistic about that strategy. It's not gonna work."

"At least let's hear the explanation."

The final voice was that of coach Sergio. To be honest he was also less sure of this strategy but he was quite curious. So he let his assistant explain.

"This basically puts Angga forward as a defensive midfielder. In addition the central midfielder is Jonathan with Raka.

We can draw Maru's position to the attacking midfielder and include Okta to partner with Carl."

The match between PSIS and Persija is coming soon. They are in the dressing room at the moment.

With a serious face coach Sergio looked at the player in front of him.

"Listen to me, this time we'll use the strategy we've been practicing for an entire week.

Although it is only short I strongly believe in your abilities. Alright I will read out the names that will be the starter line up today.

"Ray"

"Fred, Alie, Revelation, Angga"

"Febri, Raka, Jonathan, Maru"

"Carl, Octa"

This was an idea generated after listening to the advice of his assistant. Instead of sacrificing the attacking ability of the wings, coach Sergio chose to rewind the positions of Febri and Maru as midfielders.

The time has shown at 14:50 and the briefing is soon terminated. They are now lined up in the hallway.

Raka's feelings are mixed now. He now faces off against his former club. It's a strange feeling.

Although he never really defended on the field, however Persija is a place where he studied.

She also saw some acquaintances and greeted him. Too bad her best friend Aji wasn't taken down by coach Dani.

It will become more exciting when it happens, Raka's mind.

Referee Hariadi who led the game immediately told both teams to follow him in.

The crowd is divided into two colors. Red for 'The Jack' Persija supporters and blue for PSIS 'Blue Cancer' supporters.

Raka stroked the bracelet on her wrist before walking over to the others.

At the same time but in a different place.

"Good afternoon viewers, don't get tired of meeting me, who is none other than the prettiest commentator on I-TV, Bung Haris."

"Hello everyone, I am a loyal partner of Bung Haris, Bung Burhan."

"Your words sound ambiguous, man, faithful partner."

"Hahaha, enough with the joke Bung Haris, because today is a quite anticipated match."

"You're right, if Persija gets three points they will overtake Bali United who just played with a draw against Persebaya.

As for PSIS if they win, they will immediately rise to rank 5. Since the defeat against PSIS, the black horse Persiba lost its magical touch. Right now they have suffered one defeat and one draw."

"This year is really a tough competition. Now it seems both sides are on the field. Let's see the excitement."

Prits

Persija who did the kick off immediately made an attack on the PSIS defense.

Before they entered the defense deeper, Raka grabbed the ball by tackling to the side.

The Persija player fell but the tackle was clean so the referee didn't say anything.

Now it's PSIS's turn to attack Persija.