Persib Bandung: Can Maung Overcome 3-0 Deficit in ACL 2?

Persib Bandung faces a daunting challenge as they attempt to overturn a 3-0 deficit against Ratchaburi FC in the second leg of the AFC Champions League Two Round of 16. The Indonesian side will need a monumental performance to advance in the continental competition.

The crucial match is scheduled for Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Gelora Bandung Lautan Api (GBLA) Stadium, with kickoff set for 7:15 PM local time (WIB).

Despite the uphill battle, Persib has a history of remarkable comebacks, and manager Bojan Hodak will be hoping his team can replicate that form. The club boasts a remarkable record of overturning deficits, including some of the most dramatic remontadas in their history.

Persib has twice pulled off stunning comebacks in the ACL Two tournament, and their domestic record includes a memorable victory against Arema FC back in 2014.

Epic Comeback Against Lion City Sailors

One of Persib’s most memorable comebacks occurred in the 2024-2025 ACL Two campaign, when they traveled to face Lion City Sailors at Jalan Besar Stadium in Singapore on November 7, 2024.

Persib fell behind early, conceding goals to Shawal Anuar (9’) and Maxime Lestienne (23’).

Bojan Hodak delivered a fiery halftime team talk, inspiring a dramatic second-half turnaround.

Goals from David da Silva (82’), a stunning strike from Mateo Kocijan (90+3’), and Tyronne del Pino (90+5’) completed the comeback victory. While Persib ultimately didn’t advance past the group stage that season, the win showcased their resilience.

Remontada in Malaysia

Dokumentasi AFC Aksi pemain Selangor FC Omid Musawi menguasai bola diganggu oleh pemain Persib Bandung Berguinho pada laga lanjutan AFC Champions League Two (ACL 2) 2025-2026, Kamis (6/11/2025) di Stadion MBPJ, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.

Earlier this season, in the Group G stage, Persib faced Selangor FC (Malaysia) on November 6, 2025, at the Petaling Jaya Stadium.

The home side took an early lead through Chrigor Moraes in the 3rd minute.

An own goal by Patricio Matricardi further compounded Persib’s difficulties.

However, Hodak appeared to have a plan, and his tactical adjustments will be crucial as Persib attempts to overcome the first-leg deficit.