Persija Jakarta loses perfect record in 2-3 defeat to Persita Tangerang

Persija Jakarta's perfect start to the Super League 2026/2027 season ended with a 2-3 defeat against Persita Tangerang at the Banten International Stadium on Saturday, October 17. Despite goals from Fabio Calonego and a penalty from Alexander Jeremejeff, Persita secured the win with a decisive goal by Aleksa Andrejic during injury time.

Following the match, Persija head coach Shin Tae-yong attributed the loss to defensive errors, specifically an inability to anticipate Persita's quick counter-attacks. He noted that while the team struggled to break through the opponent's defense, the defeat serves as a necessary moment for evaluation and improvement.

The match follows recent concerns regarding supporter violence, including an incident where a bus carrying the Persib Bandung U-18 squad was attacked. Shin Tae-yong addressed these security issues, emphasizing that while clubs must discipline their fans, law enforcement must take decisive action against perpetrators. He also urged Persija supporters, The Jakmania, to maintain a positive and orderly atmosphere during away matches to avoid negative consequences for the team.