Persib Focuses on the Super League Title-Deciding Match, Persijap Pledges to Deliver Maximum Performance.

Saturday, 23 May 2026 | 13:05

Author: Arif S

Pelatih Persib Bandung Bojan Hodak.
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Summary

1. Bojan Hodak asked Persib Bandung supporters (Bobotoh) to maintain order during the decisive match against Persijap Jepara at GBLA Stadium.

2. Hodak stressed that both the team and supporters must direct full focus to the match, and avoid excessive euphoria before the final result is officially confirmed.

3. Persijap Jepara coach Mario Lemos confirmed his team will still deliver maximum performance, even though they have already successfully achieved their league survival target.

Persib Bandung will play the decisive BRI Super League 2025/2026 Season fixture against Persijap Jepara at Gelora Bandung Lautan Api (GBLA) Stadium this Saturday afternoon. Persib head coach Bojan Hodak has stressed the importance of good conduct among Bobotoh supporters for this match.

Hodak reminded all parties that this final match must be completed with full on-pitch focus before any celebrations are held.

"Of course I am asking the fans: if we win this match, do not storm the pitch. That will only create an unsafe, disruptive situation. We have learned this lesson already. This must not happen again," he stated during a press briefing in Bandung.

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The coach confirmed that supporter backing remains a vital energy boost for the team in this season-defining match. However, he reminded that enthusiasm must stay within proper boundaries, especially if Persib secures a positive result.

"But if we do win and lift the title, enjoy the match and celebrate respectfully. Do not ruin this special moment for everyone," he added.

The Croatian head coach also called for both the playing squad and supporters to maintain full focus. He warned that off-pitch distractions could severely threaten the team's performance at this most critical moment.

Persijap Play With No Pressure But Will Still Perform At Full Capacity

Persijap Travel to Bandung with nothing on the line, having already achieved their main season target of retaining their top division status. Despite this, head coach Mario Lemos confirmed his side will still deliver maximum effort, with no pressure from the league table.

"In Football, anything is possible. We know full well Persib are an extremely tough, powerful side on their home ground. But we are here with no pressure, and we will give absolutely everything," Lemos told reporters in Bandung.

Persijap Jepara Head Coach, Mario Lemos.
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He added that their final two fixtures of the season against Borneo FC and Persib still hold important value as a benchmark for the squad's progress at the highest domestic league level.

"We still intend to compete properly and fight for the best possible result," he stated.

While making several adjustments to his starting line-up, Lemos confirmed Persijap will still field their strongest available squad. He also emphasised that his side is only focused on their own performance, and will not be distracted by the league title race surrounding this match.

"We will treat this match with full respect," he concluded.

Quick Answer

Persib Bandung vs Persijap Jepara: 2025/26 BRI Super League Title Deciding Match

Persib Bandung will host Persijap Jepara at GBLA Stadium this Saturday for the decisive 2025/26 BRI Super League title match. Bojan Hodak has asked Bobotoh supporters to avoid pitch invasions, while Persijap confirmed they will play at full effort despite already securing league survival.

Persib will host Persijap at GBLA Stadium for the 2025/26 BRI Super League title decider this Saturday
Bojan Hodak requested Bobotoh supporters refrain from pitch invasions and celebrate respectfully
Persijap Jepara have already successfully secured top division survival for this season
Persijap will field their strongest available squad and deliver full performance for this fixture

Persib Bandung will host Persijap Jepara at Gelora Bandung Lautan Api (GBLA) Stadium this Saturday afternoon, in the decisive final fixture that will decide the 2025/2026 BRI Super League title.

Persib head coach Bojan Hodak has issued a public request to Bobotoh supporters ahead of this high stakes match, calling for good conduct and respectful behaviour throughout the fixture.

The coach confirmed that supporter backing remains a critical source of energy for the squad, but reminded fans that enthusiasm must stay within safe boundaries. He also warned that off-pitch distractions could damage the team's performance at this critical point in the season.

Persijap will compete with full effort despite no relegation risk

Persijap Jepara travel to Bandung with no remaining pressure on their league position, having already successfully secured their top division survival for this season.

Despite this, head coach Mario Lemos confirmed his side will not treat this match as a dead rubber. "In football, anything is possible. We know full well Persib are an extremely tough, powerful side on their home ground. But we are here with no pressure, and we will give absolutely everything," Lemos told reporters.

Lemos confirmed his team will field their strongest available squad, with only minor adjustments to the starting line up. He added that this fixture remains an important benchmark for his squad's progress at the highest domestic level.

"We will treat this match with full respect, and we still intend to compete properly and fight for the best possible result," he concluded.