Persija Jakarta is preparing for its inaugural match in the 2023/2024 Liga 1 season, where the team will go head-to-head with reigning champions PSM Makassar. The match is scheduled to take place at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium (SUGBK) on Monday, July 3 at 19:00 WIB. As the team readies itself for this formidable encounter, it will have only one foreign player available.
Thomas Doll, the coach of Persija Jakarta, has underscored that, for this match, the team will place greater reliance on its local players. This decision stems from the team’s limited options in foreign players, with Ryo Matsuyama being the sole available foreign player for the upcoming match. The team’s other two foreign players, Ondrej Kudela and Marco Simic, will not be able to participate. Kudela is presently recuperating from muscle and knee injuries, while Simic is contending with visa-related complications.
Addressing the media in anticipation of the match, Coach Thomas Doll acknowledged the team’s shortage of foreign players. He expressed optimism in the team’s ability to promptly mitigate this issue, yet maintains positivity regarding their impending showdown with PSM Makassar.
Notwithstanding the challenges, Coach Doll maintains faith in the capabilities of the existing players and their preparedness for the match. He is confident that players such as Witan Sulaeman will showcase their finest performance on the pitch, offering an enthralling spectacle for the supporters.
While recognizing that having a full complement of players would be ideal, Coach Doll stressed the team’s readiness to give their utmost in the upcoming match. He also expressed confidence in their capacity to deliver a robust performance before their fans, especially the impassioned supporters known as Jakmania.
The team is wholeheartedly committed to maximizing this challenging situation and is steadfast in delivering an impressive performance against PSM Makassar. Coach Doll believes that, despite being the underdogs in this match, Persija Jakarta has the potential to secure victory through their determination, spirit, and diligence.
As the new season commences, the team is resolved to surmount obstacles and capitalize on the resources at their disposal. While uncertainties may surround the availability of foreign players, the team’s determination and resolve remain unyielding. The forthcoming match promises to be an exhilarating and hard-fought contest, with Persija Jakarta poised to give their all on the pitch.
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