2024-08-15 10:53:40
Persib striker Mailson Lima. photo: ligaindonesiabaru.com
jpnn.com – Persib Bandung’s new striker, Mailson Lima, made his debut in the opening match of Liga 1 2024/25.
The player from Cape Verde appeared from the first minute in Persib’s 4-1 victory over PSBS Biak, Friday (9/8/2024) at the Si Jalak Harupat Stadium, Soreang, Bandung Regency.
Mailson was brought in by Persib from the start to strengthen the front line and as an option besides top scorers David da Silva or Ciro Alves.
He also has the capacity to play as a hole striker as instructed by coach Bojan Hodak yesterday.
For the Dutch-born footballer, yesterday’s debut was an important moment for him who could immediately turn-in with Persib’s scheme. Mailson looked confident by doing several actions.
What Mailson showed yesterday also became capital to face the next match against Dewa United FC.
“It was a good game, we won 4-1, which was an important moment for me.”
“I felt good, especially in the first half. I did some good actions and looking forward to the next game,” Mailson said, Monday (12/8/2024).
The target is not lofty, Mailson wants to help Persib in their mission to defend their League 1 title.
Moreover, Mailson is determined to bring Maung Bandung to perform well in the Asian arena, namely the AFC Champions League 2.
“It’s simple, to be a champion and play well in the AFC Champions League. Personally, I want to help the team by scoring goals and being as useful as possible,” said the owner of the number 94 jersey.(mcr27/jpnn)
Striker Mailson Lima admitted that he was happy to make his debut with Persib Bandung in the opening match against PSBS Biak.