A Challenging Task for Persija as Thomas Doll Faces Tough Squad Situation

The impending match between Persija Jakarta and Dewa United in the 27th week of Liga 1 2023/2024 presents a formidable challenge for Coach Thomas Doll. With a depleted squad and several key players confirmed to be unavailable due to injury, the Kemayoran Tigers are preparing for a demanding encounter at the I Wayan Dipta Stadium in Bali on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at 20.00 WIB.

Coach Thomas Doll, formerly of Borussia Dortmund, is resolute in his determination to guide his team to victory following a string of unfavorable results in the last three matches, including a recent loss to Arema. However, the limited preparation time and the absence of crucial players have only added to the already formidable task.

Doll has expressed his apprehension regarding the challenging circumstances, remarking, “Preparation this time is very brief due to the exceedingly tight schedule. The players are also facing difficulty following the loss against Arema. Naturally, we aim for a better outcome and to reclaim the win.”

The absence of key players such as Gustavo Almeida, Maciej Gajos, and the uncertain availability of center-back Ondrej Kudela due to illness, has further compounded the team’s challenges.

Given this situation, Doll has stressed the significance of the remaining players, including Firza Andika, Riko Simanjuntak, Andritany Ardhiyasa, and Dony Tri Pamungkas, to step up and demonstrate the team’s quality in order to secure a victory.

Currently occupying the 11th position in the standings with 32 points, Persija finds themselves in a precarious position as they are only four points ahead of Persita Tangerang, who is situated at the edge of the relegation zone. The team’s performance in the upcoming match holds considerable weight in their efforts to secure a stronger standing in the league standings.

In view of the challenging circumstances, the pressure is mounting on Coach Thomas Doll and the remaining squad members to deliver a resilient performance and secure a much-needed victory. As the match approaches, all eyes will be on Persija Jakarta as they endeavor to defy the odds and emerge triumphant in their battle against Dewa United.