Persija Jakarta coach, Thomas Doll, is confronted with a formidable task as his team prepares to confront Dewa United in the upcoming match of the 27th week of Liga 1 2023/2024.
The Kemayoran Tigers are scheduled to compete against Dewa United at the I Wayan Dipta Stadium in Bali on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at 8:00 PM WIB. Doll’s objective is to guide his team to triumph in this pivotal match, especially after enduring three consecutive defeats, with their most recent loss coming at the hands of Arema.
In a statement, Doll acknowledged that the team has had limited preparation time due to the demanding schedule, and the players have been grappling, particularly following the loss to Arema. Nevertheless, Doll remains resolute in achieving a more favorable outcome in the upcoming match.
However, Doll’s aspirations for the game have been impeded by the absence of several key players due to injuries. Gustavo Almeida and Maciej Gajos are among the confirmed absentees, and there are uncertainties regarding the availability of center-back Ondrej Kudela, who is currently unwell.
Despite the setback, Doll expressed optimism that remaining players such as Firza Andika, Riko Simanjuntak, Andritany Ardhiyasa, and Dony Tri Pamungkas can rise to the occasion and deliver a performance that will bring gratification to the supporters.
At present, Persija holds the 11th position in the standings with 32 points, maintaining a narrow four-point lead over Persita Tangerang, who is in the relegation zone.
As the scheduled match approaches, the team and its supporters will be relying on the remaining players to step up and showcase the caliber that Doll believes they possess.
It is evident that Persija Jakarta faces a challenging task, but with the determination of the coach and the remaining squad members, there is still potential to reverse the trend and achieve a favorable result. The upcoming match against Dewa United will unquestionably be a trial, but it also presents an opportunity for the team to exhibit their resilience and fighting spirit in the face of adversity.
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