Persib’s squad was closed after returning from Bangkok, focus on recovery

Persib Bandung officially returned to Indonesia after undergoing the Pre -Seasonal Training Camp (TC) in Thailand from 17 to 27 July 2025. Arriving in Bandung on Sunday, July 27, Bojan Hodak’s team decided to give a daily vacation for the players. Intensive training is scheduled to take place starting Tuesday, July 29, in preparation for the BRI Super League 2025/26 kick-off which is scheduled on August 9 against Semen Padang FC.

While in Thailand, Persib gets various benefits from the TC. Bojan Hodak explained that the squad that was filled with many new faces had begun to know each other well. “We have 10 days to be together in Thailand, I think players have known each other well. This will be good for the situation in the dressing room,” Hodak said.

During TC, Persib played three closed trial matches against local teams such as Kasem Bundit, Ratchaburi FC, and Police Tero FC. Hodak assessed that the development that occurred was quite positive. “We played three good matches and I felt slowly we could be more integrated. Of course we have many new players who still have a misunderstanding, but slowly when the league begins will be better,” he said.

However, the team’s journey is not entirely smooth. In returning from Thailand, young player Zulkifli Lukmansyah suffered an injury to his ankle. Even so, Hodak is optimistic that Zulkifli will recover on time and be able to contribute in the first or second match. “Except Zul (injury). I think he is ready for the first or second fight in August,” Hodak explained.

Another incident that colored the team’s trip was a traffic accident experienced by a bus carrying the Persib squad. Although the incident attracted attention, fortunately there were no casualties reported in the incident. This incident certainly became an unexpected experience for the team that had just returned from their preparation.

Persib, as one of the leading clubs in Indonesia, certainly hopes to be able to take advantage of the results of this TC to perform optimally at the BRI Super League 2025/26. The team’s success in achieving agreements and cooperation between new players is the key to showing their best performance on the field.

With the crowd of upcoming competition, all elements of the team feel optimistic. The squad dominated by young players and several new names is expected to provide a new color for the team’s performance. It is known, coach Bojan Hodak plans to strengthen his team through intensive training before participating in the inaugural match against Semen Padang FC.

The combination of young players and experienced players is expected to have a positive impact on the credibility of Persib in the league. In this situation, communication and cooperation in the team becomes very important to create good understanding among the players.

By leaving a few days before the league begins, all supporters expect the best performance from Persib Bandung. Meeting Semen Padang FC in the first week is a challenge that certainly wants to be faced with high enthusiasm. Support from all supporters is also likely to provide additional motivation for players to achieve positive results in the opening match.

The training and recovery of Zulkifli injury became the main focus for the team in the near future. The spirit and focus that is maintained in the Persib squad is believed to support their steps in achieving success in the coming competition.