Persib Bandung Expresses Sorrow Over Death of Supporter Roby Kurniawan

One supporter died and three others sustained injuries after a minibus carrying Persib Bandung fans collided with a truck on the Pejagan-Pemalang Toll Road in Central Java on Sunday morning, November 8, 2026.

According to persib.co.id, PT Persib Bandung Bermartabat released statements addressing the fatal crash. The tragedy unfolded at approximately 07:00 local time at KM 282+800 A in Lebeteng village, Tarub district, Tegal regency, as reported by CNN Indonesia. The victims were traveling from Bogor to Semarang to watch Persib face Java United FC in a Super League 2026/2027 fixture at Jatidiri Stadium.

Tragic Toll Road Collision

Central Java Traffic Police Director Senior Commissioner Muhammad Aldian stated that the minibus was carrying four passengers rather than a full passenger bus, as reported by CNN Indonesia. The impact killed Roby Kurniawan, widely known as Tile, from Bogor, due to severe head injuries. Three other occupants—identified by police as Dian Hardiansyah, Faoziah Oktafianti, and Indah Nuriah—sustained minor injuries and received medical treatment.

In response, players, coaching staff, and medical personnel wore black armbands during the match at Jatidiri Stadium. Traveling fans in the stands also displayed a banner reading “One blood one live Tile” to honor the fallen supporter, while team captain Marc Klok dedicated the match to him on social media, according to Jakarta Review.

Persib Management Expresses Sorrow and Urges Calm

Persib Deputy CEO Adhitia Putra Herawan expressed profound sorrow over the loss, stating Atas nama manajemen, pemain, tim, dan seluruh keluarga besar Persib, kami menyampaikan dukacita yang sedalam-dalamnya atas berpulangnya almarhum Roby Kurniawan, as reported by Antara News Megapolitan. Management confirmed plans to visit the victim’s family home in Parung, Bogor, to offer direct support.

Adhitia emphasized that sporting rivalries must never eclipse human life or basic respect, urging supporters to remain calm and avoid retaliatory violence. The club stated its full backing for police investigations while calling for objective legal handling of any related civil disruptions.

Persib Lost 1-2 to Java United FC

On the pitch, Persib fell 1-2 to Java United FC, with Ciro Alves and Gustavo Almeida scoring for the visitors before Balsa Sekulic secured the win for the hosts in the 70th minute, as documented by Kompas. Despite the disappointing result, the primary focus across the club remained on supporting the affected families and reinforcing road safety for traveling fan groups.

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