The decision by Bojan Hodak not to continue his role as Persib Bandung Coach has sent shockwaves through the Indonesian football community. Not only are the dedicated Bobotoh (fans) heartbroken, but the players themselves are also feeling the profound sadness of his departure.
PT Persib Bandung Bermartabat (PBB) officially announced Bojan Hodak’s resignation as coach in the early hours of Monday, May 25, 2026. This came just hours after several players had posted heartfelt tributes to Hodak on their personal Instagram accounts, hinting at the impending news.
Among the most memorable of these social media farewells was the post from Persib captain, Marc Klok.
Marc Klok shared a powerful photograph of himself alongside Bojan Hodak, prominently featuring three BRI Liga 1 trophies. In his emotional caption, Klok poured out his feelings, expressing deep admiration for the bald-headed coach who had guided them to success.
“Boss… I don’t even know where to begin. Three years, three titles, and not once, not a single day did we stop being ourselves. You came with your own vision, your own way, your own truth. Noise never touched you. Criticism bounced off. The spotlight never changed you. You remained Bojan. And that, more than any trophy, is what makes people follow you,” Klok wrote, as quoted from his personal Instagram account on Wednesday, May 27.
Klok further conveyed that his three seasons alongside Bojan Hodak represented the most significant period of his life and career. He emphatically stated that Hodak transcended the role of a mere coach, becoming a warm and guiding parental figure to the team.
“What we built together in those three years… I will carry throughout my entire career. Those weren’t just good years. Those were the most important years. The years I’ll look back on when it’s all over and think, that’s when it mattered most.”
“You were more than just a coach. To so many of these boys, you became a football father. The way you kept the locker room harmonious, with honesty, with sincerity, with a look that said everything without a single word – is something I have never seen before. Sure, maybe I interfered once or twice to keep the peace. Maybe. But you know as well as I do, they didn’t just respect you. They loved you. The players. The staff. The fans. Everyone.”
“And it all boiled down to one thing. You were real. Completely, unapologetically, and beautifully real. In a world full of noise, theatrics, and masks, you never wore one. Thank you, Boss. For all that was seen and unseen. For every conversation, every decision, every moment when you chose the right thing over the easy thing. Bandung will love you forever, and so will I,” Klok concluded, his words echoing the profound respect and affection held for the departing manager.
Beyond Marc Klok, another prominent player, midfielder Beckham Putra, also shared a heartfelt farewell message for Bojan Hodak. As a core player in Hodak’s tactical setup, Beckham acknowledged the immense impact the coach had on his journey.
Beckham expressed deep gratitude for Hodak’s role in shaping his career, crediting him with consistent trust and invaluable guidance. “It’s not easy to write a farewell to someone who played such a significant role in this journey. Thank you, Coach Bojan, for every trust, guidance, lesson, and support given from day one. Thank you for believing, pushing, and helping me continue to grow into a better person and player,” Beckham wrote.
“Many moments, laughter, struggles, and lessons I will always remember. Together, we went through so many processes, experienced ups and downs, until finally celebrating the happiness of becoming champions and helping this club add 3 stars to its chest. A pride and memory that will always live in my heart.”
“It feels hard to say goodbye because Coach Bojan will always be an important part of this journey. But I believe every meeting has a story and every farewell brings new steps. Good luck on your next journey, Coach. Thank you for all the kindness, trust, and lessons I will never forget. See you again, Coach. Masterclass,” he concluded, encapsulating the sentiment of a team and a city profoundly affected by the departure of a respected leader. (mcr27/jpnn)
Summary
Bojan Hodak has resigned as head coach of Persib