Persija Jakarta has secured its spot in the semifinals of the 2026 President's Cup after navigating a tight competition in the group stage. Securing their status as runners-up of Group B, the team nicknamed the "Macan Kemayoran" (Kemayoran Tigers) is scheduled to play the match for a ticket to the final on August 4, 2026.
The success of Shin Tae-yong's squad in reaching the final four was achieved after collecting four points during the group stage. This record was registered through a convincing 4-1 victory over PSMS Medan, a 2-2 draw against Port FC, and a narrow 0-1 defeat to Persebaya Surabaya.
In the semifinal phase, a classic rivalry awaits as Persija faces Persib Bandung. Despite the high prestige of this match, the Macan Kemayoran management emphasized that the team's main focus is not solely chasing victory, but rather maturing the team structure in preparation for the official 2026/2027 season.
Persija Jakarta Manager, Retired Air Vice Marshal (Marsda (Purn.) TNI) Ardhi Tjahjoko, expressed deep appreciation for the dedication shown by all players and coaching staff. He assessed that the progress of Rio Fahmi and his colleagues continues to show a positive trend from match to match.
Meanwhile, head coach Shin Tae-yong views this pre-season tournament as a golden opportunity to test the squad's depth. The South Korean tactician is committed to giving equal playing time to all players to hone their mental and tactical readiness before the actual league begins.
