Persija Jakarta secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over rival Persib Bandung in Week 2 of the Super League 2026/2027 at the Stadion Utama Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) in Jakarta, on Saturday, September 12, 2026. According to match reports, Ivan Mamut scored the decisive goal in stoppage time, specifically in the 90+4th minute, to lift the home side after Balsa Sekulic had equalized for Persib in the 81st minute. Alexander Jeremejeff opened the scoring earlier for Macan Kemayoran.
Shin Tae-yong Relieved After Late Winner
Following the match, Persija coach Shin Tae-yong expressed immense relief and appreciation for his squad’s relentless effort throughout the high-pressure encounter. In the post-match press conference, the South Korean coach emphasized that his players earned the result through discipline and execution until the final whistle. The victory handed Persija their second win of the early campaign and broke a tough run of results against their fierce rivals dating back to the 2022/2023 season.
Management Support and Early Season Progress
Shin also credited the club’s administration for providing stability during a transitional phase. According to his post-match remarks, the backing from management and the club president fostered unity within the team as they adjusted to his tactical demands. Prior to the match, Shin had noted that his squad was operating at roughly 50 percent of their ultimate potential following a narrow 1-0 win against Borneo FC on opening weekend.
The Jakmania and Matchday Atmosphere
The fixture at GBK also highlighted the crucial backing of the club’s supporters. Police and security forces coordinated closely to manage crowd dispersal progressively around the Gelora Bung Karno complex, ensuring a secure environment for the high-profile regional derby.
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