Persib Bandung coach, Bojan Hodak, delivered a concise yet resolute statement regarding his team’s prospects of clinching the Super League title this season. Hodak exuded confidence that Pangeran Biru – Persib Bandung’s moniker, meaning the Blue Prince – would emerge victorious in the intense title chase against Borneo FC.
Persib Bandung recently secured a crucial victory against Bhayangkara Presisi Lampung FC during Week 30 of the Super League 2025/2026 season. The match, held at the PKOR Sumpah Pemuda Stadium in Bandar Lampung on Thursday evening (April 30th, WIB), saw Pangeran Biru stage an impressive comeback to defeat the home side 4-2.
This result marked a pivotal moment for Persib Bandung, as it ended a two-match winless streak. After consecutive draws in their previous outings, the Blue Prince finally rediscovered their winning momentum, a significant boost in the penultimate stages of the league campaign.
The addition of three points propelled Persib Bandung back to the top of the Super League standings, having momentarily been overtaken by rivals Borneo FC. Hodak’s disciplined squad now leads the table with 69 points, drawing level with Pesut Etam – Borneo FC’s nickname – who are hot on their heels in second place, setting the stage for a thrilling finale.
Despite the cutthroat competition, Hodak remains notably calm and composed. The Croatian coach’s unwavering optimism shines through as he firmly believes he can guide Persib Bandung to claim the Super League 2025/2026 championship crown.
“I am always optimistic in my life,” Hodak firmly stated during the post-match press conference, a remark quoted on Friday (May 1st, 2026), further underscoring his belief in his team’s capabilities.
Persib Bandung and Borneo FC are widely regarded as the two formidable contenders vying for this season’s title. With only four matches remaining in the competition, both clubs are under immense pressure to secure maximum points in their remaining fixtures, making every game a must-win encounter.
Should Persib Bandung succeed in winning the championship this season, they would etch their name into the annals of Liga Indonesia history by achieving a remarkable hat-trick of titles. The Blue Prince previously claimed consecutive championships in the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 seasons, setting a precedent for their current ambition.
However, Persib Bandung’s quest for a third consecutive league title will be anything but straightforward. Marc Klok and his teammates are scheduled to face a challenging run of fixtures in their final four matches of the season, taking on formidable opponents such as PSIM Yogyakarta, Persija Jakarta, PSM Makassar, and Persijap Jepara.
PSIM Yogyakarta will be the immediate challenge for the Pangeran Biru squad. According to the fixture schedule, this crucial match is set to take place at the Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium in Bandung on Monday (May 4th, 2026), a game that could significantly impact the title race.
Summary
Persib Bandung coach Bojan Hodak expressed strong optimism about his team winning the Super League title this season. This confidence follows Persib’s crucial 4-2 victory over Bhayangkara Presisi Lampung FC, which ended a two-match winless streak. The win propelled “Pangeran Biru” back to the top of the Super League standings with 69 points, level with strong contenders Borneo FC.
With only four matches remaining, Persib Bandung and Borneo FC are locked in an intense title race. Hodak believes Persib can secure their third consecutive championship, having previously won in the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 seasons. However, their path to a hat-trick of titles includes challenging fixtures against teams like PSIM Yogyakarta, Persija Jakarta, PSM Makassar, and Persijap Jepara, starting with PSIM on May 4th.