Sao Indonesia achieves its first victory in the world’s top tournament

Kevin Diks stood out spectacularly as Monchengladbach defeated St. Pauli 4-0, breaking their 8-game run without a win.

Defender Kevin Diks further established his position in Europe by playing a key role in Borussia Monchengladbach’s 4-0 victory against St. Pauli in Bundesliga’s 9th round. This was not only Gladbach’s first win after an 8-match drought but also a memorable milestone in the Indonesian player’s career.

Playing the full 90 minutes as a left-sided center back, Kevin Diks delivered a solid and effective performance, becoming a defensive highlight for the German side. According to statistics, he made 12 successful defensive actions, recovered the ball 7 times, won 5 out of 7 duels, and completed 55 out of 59 passes, achieving a 93% accuracy rate.

Additionally, Diks completed 7 out of 8 accurate long passes and executed a key ball forward into the opponent’s final third, significantly contributing to maintaining Gladbach’s control of the game.

Diks’ impressive form helped Gladbach taste victory in the Bundesliga for the first time since late March. The 4-0 triumph over St. Pauli not only lifted the team out of the relegation zone but also boosted confidence for the coach and fans in their 2025/26 season revival campaign.

For Kevin Diks personally, this match held special significance. Since joining Borussia Monchengladbach in early summer, the 29-year-old Indonesian has demonstrated quick adaptation and resilience in one of Europe’s toughest leagues. With his European experience, he is valued at around 4.5 million Euros, making him one of the highest-valued Southeast Asian players currently.

Experts regard Diks as a strong modern defender with precise long passing and excellent game reading. His success in the Bundesliga is not only a personal achievement but also a great source of pride for Indonesian football specifically and Southeast Asia in general, regions rarely represented in Europe’s top leagues.