Monday, 05 October 2026
MEDAN | INDATANEWS.COM - PSMS Medan delivered an impressive performance with a commanding 4-0 victory over Persikad Depok, underlining their strong form in the ongoing Indonesian Liga 2 season. The emphatic win not only demonstrated the strength of the team, nicknamed Ayam Kinantan, but also propelled the pride of North Sumatra to the top of the provisional standings with 10 points from four matches.
PSMS secured the convincing victory in their home fixture against Persikad Depok at the North Sumatra Main Stadium in Deli Serdang Regency on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The result was particularly significant for Ayam Kinantan, as Persikad had previously occupied the top position and remained unbeaten in their first three matches of the season.Claiming all three points with a four-goal margin also highlighted the team's positive development under head coach Eko Purdjianto. The result is expected to provide the players with additional confidence as they seek to maintain their strong performances in the matches ahead.
The Head of the North Sumatra Provincial Youth and Sports Office, Mahfullah Daulay, praised PSMS for their achievement in defeating the previous league leaders by such a convincing margin. He also described the strong support from spectators at the stadium as a positive indication of football's growing popularity in North Sumatra."PSMS delivered an extraordinary performance. Beating the league leaders 4-0 is impressive. The public support was also tremendous. More than 5,000 spectators attended the match. This is a positive development. Our football fan base will continue to grow. That is why we should keep supporting PSMS," said Mahfullah Daulay, Head of the North Sumatra Provincial Youth and Sports Office.
With their victory over Persikad, PSMS have collected 10 points from four matches. Ayam Kinantan now sit at the top of the provisional standings, one point ahead of Persikad Depok, who suffered their first defeat of the current season.
Securing the top position gives PSMS a valuable advantage as the competition becomes increasingly intense. Nevertheless, the coaching staff and players must maintain consistent performances to ensure they do not lose the positive momentum built during the opening matches of the season.Mahfullah Daulay, popularly known as Ipung, emphasized that PSMS play an important role not only in sporting achievements but also in supporting the development of North Sumatra's sports economy. In his view, the club's success could encourage more people to attend matches at the stadium.
He expressed optimism that PSMS would attract an even larger following if the team continued to perform consistently and eventually secured promotion to Liga 1, the highest tier of Indonesian football."If the team continues to perform consistently and even makes it to Liga 1, PSMS's fan base will certainly grow significantly. This would also benefit our sports economy. Even now, UMKM traders around the North Sumatra Main Stadium benefit whenever PSMS play a home match. This is exactly the kind of development we want to see," Ipung said.
According to Ipung, the enthusiasm of supporters who come directly to the stadium also generates economic benefits for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) operating around the venue. Activities surrounding home matches provide traders with additional opportunities to sell their products and increase their revenue.He therefore called on the people of North Sumatra to continue supporting PSMS. Such support, he said, would not only strengthen the players' motivation but also serve as an important part of building a stronger sports ecosystem that could benefit the wider community.
According to Eko, consistency would be one of the key factors determining whether PSMS could remain among the league's top contenders. The team must also collect as many points as possible in every match to preserve its chances of achieving its season targets.
"We need consistency. The season is still long, and we need points from every match. As we look ahead to the upcoming fixtures, we will closely monitor the players, particularly by assessing their mental condition," Eko said.Assessing the players' physical and mental condition will be an important part of preparations for the next fixture. Eko wants to ensure that every member of the squad remains motivated, disciplined, and ready to face the challenges of the competition.
The convincing victory over Persikad also extended PSMS Medan's positive home record. The team have remained unbeaten at the North Sumatra Main Stadium so far. This achievement has further strengthened Ayam Kinantan's confidence, particularly ahead of upcoming encounters against other strong opponents.
Following their successful home performance, PSMS Medan are now turning their attention to their next challenge. Ayam Kinantan are scheduled to face PSPS Pekanbaru away from home on Sunday, October 11, 2026.
The match will take place at Kaharuddin Nasution Stadium in Pekanbaru. The away fixture presents a particular challenge for PSMS, as the team must demonstrate that its positive form is not solely dependent on the support of its home fans.With 10 points and a move to the top of the provisional standings, PSMS are well-positioned to strengthen their place among the league's leading teams. However, the players must remain focused, continue improving their playing quality, and make the most of every opportunity to secure additional points.
The continued support of North Sumatra's people, combined with consistent performances on the pitch, is expected to help Ayam Kinantan maintain their positive momentum throughout the ongoing Liga 2 season. The 4-0 victory over Persikad is certainly an encouraging step toward achieving their major ambition of returning to the highest level of Indonesian football. (IDNC)REPORTER: Ahmad Zulfikar | EDITOR: Fik Sagala
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