Persija Jakarta coach Shin Tae-yong received public backing from Persib Bandung supporters following a social media video that captured an alleged verbal confrontation with Java United technical director Achmad Resal Octavian. The incident occurred during the third week of the 2026/2027 Super League season at Kapten I Wayan Dipta Stadium in Gianyar, Bali.
Controversy Erupts at Kapten I Wayan Dipta Stadium
Footage circulated widely across social media platforms showing Achmad Resal approaching the Persija technical area amid a touchline dispute.
Persib Supporters Defend Shin Tae-yong’s Track Record
Public defense for the South Korean manager materialized unexpectedly from supporters of Persib Bandung. Commentary shared on social media via an account belonging to Dita Pramoedya criticized the remarks captured in the footage. The commenting fan argued that dismissing Shin Tae-yong as an outsider ignores his extensive body of work developing Indonesian national teams since his appointment in late 2019.
Supporters highlighted major milestones from Shin’s tenure with the Garuda squad, including guiding Indonesia to the knockout stages of the AFC Asian Cup for the first time in history during the 2023 tournament. At the U-23 level, Shin directed the squad to a historic quarterfinal finish at the 2024 AFC U-23 Asian Cup after group-stage victories over Australia and Jordan, eventually eliminating his home country of South Korea in a penalty shootout to reach the semifinals.
Macan Kemayoran Maintains Strong League Form
Amid the digital uproar, Persija Jakarta used social media channels on September 22, 2026, to reiterate their commitment to the manager, posting the message, “Keep going coach, this is your home.” The endorsement coincides with a strong domestic start for the capital club under Shin’s direction.
Persija opened the 2026/2027 Super League campaign with three consecutive victories. The run began with a 1-0 win against Borneo FC, followed by a 2-1 victory over Persib Bandung at Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium on September 12, 2026, before securing the 1-0 away triumph over Java United in Bali.
