Marquee signing Michael Essien hails Persib fans despite home draw against Semen Padang

Published on: 14 September 2017

Ghana midfielder Michael Essien has hailed Persib Bandung supporters despite their 2-2 draw at home to Semen Pandang.

The 34-year-old lasted 85 minutes as the two teams shared the spoils at the Stadion Si Jalak Harupat.

However, despite failing to pick the maximum points, the former Chelsea star has paid glowing tribute to the club's supporters.

"Not the best results yesterday, but surely the best atmosphere of fans. Thank you to all who have come to enjoy the match, "Essien wrote on Instagram .

Persib lie 10th on the table with 33 points, 13 points adrift of leaders Bhayangkara with 11 games to end the Indonesia season.

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