Persija Jakarta refers alleged discrimination against Shin Tae-yong to PSSI

Persija Jakarta management has referred allegations of discriminatory remarks made against coach Shin Tae-yong to the PSSI Disciplinary Committee for investigation. The incident occurred during a Super League match between Persija Jakarta and Java United at Kapten I Wayan Dipta Stadium in Bali on September 19, 2026.

Footage circulating on social media appears to show Java United Technical Director Achmad Resal Oktavian directing remarks toward the Persija bench, including the statement, “You are just a newcomer. This is my area.” The confrontation required security intervention to separate the parties involved.

While Persija secured a 1-0 victory during the match, the club has emphasized that they seek an objective resolution based on facts and available evidence. The PSSI Disciplinary Committee has not yet released an official statement regarding the full chronology or the triggers of the sideline tension.