Tyronne Del Pino, 35, Proves His Worth as Persita's Engine in BRI Super League
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- Gelandang Spanyol Tyronne Del Pino mencetak gol spektakuler ke gawang PSM Makassar, membawa Persita Tangerang mencuri satu poin di kandang lawan.
- Di usia 35 tahun, Del Pino tetap menjadi andalan di lini tengah dengan visi bermain dan ketenangan yang jarang dimiliki pemain muda.
- Persita belum terkalahkan dalam tiga laga awal, dan Del Pino menegaskan timnya siap bersaing di papan atas musim ini.
Tyronne Del Pino silenced doubts about his age. The Spanish midfielder was the main actor behind Persita Tangerang's 2-2 draw with PSM Makassar at Stadion BJ Habibie, Parepare, on Saturday (19/9/2026). His goal in the 74th minute nearly sent the Pendekar Cisadane home with three points, before the hosts equalized.
For Persita, Del Pino's performance was more than just an ordinary goal. The player who has just turned 35 showed that his quality has not declined. His passes remain precise, his ball control is tidy, and his scoring instinct is still sharp. No wonder he immediately became the engine of the team coached by Carlos Pena.
Del Pino joined Persita after previously playing for Malut United and Persib Bandung. His long experience in Indonesian competitions made him adapt quickly. In the match against PSM, he made the most of a well-placed assist from Luquinhas to score his first goal for the club. "I am happy to score my first goal for this team. We keep working according to the coach's plan and we are on the right track," he said.
Although unbeaten in three matches, Del Pino reminded his teammates not to be complacent. "We have only played three matches, this season's journey is still long. We want to keep performing better in every match," he stressed. He believes the team's quality can compete at the top until the end of the season.
Persita currently have five points and sit ninth in the provisional BRI Super League 2026/2027 standings. That position does not yet reflect the team's full potential, especially with the presence of experienced players like Del Pino. His presence gives a different dimension in midfield, particularly in attacking transitions and ball possession.
"This team has quality and we have shown that in the first three matches. We hope to keep this form going until the end of the season." — Tyronne Del Pino
In the context of Indonesian football, Del Pino is an example that senior players can still contribute significantly at the highest level. This season's BRI Super League is filled with many talented young players, but the presence of veterans like Del Pino provides balance and valuable lessons. Indonesian clubs are often tempted to rely on cheap young players, yet experience often makes the difference in crucial moments.
Persita themselves are building the foundation of a competitive team. With supporter backing and adequate stadium facilities, they have the potential to be a dark horse in this season's competition. The next test is hosting promoted side Garudayaksa FC at Banten International Stadium, Serang, on 10 October. This match will be a chance for Del Pino and his colleagues to claim their second win and climb the standings.
If Del Pino can maintain his performance and consistency, it is not impossible that he will again become the magnet for Persita's attack. The question is, how long will the charm of this 'old but gold' player last? What is clear is that as long as he keeps scoring and inspiring the team, age is just a number.
