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Bojan Hodak Resigns as Persib Coach After Historic Title Hat-trick

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Bojan Hodak has resigned as Persib Bandung's coach after leading the team to a historic third consecutive Super League championship.
  • Club officials cited health issues and a desire to be with family as reasons for Hodak's departure.
  • Hodak is recognized as the best coach in Persib's history, having secured three consecutive titles.

Bojan Hodak has stepped down as head coach of Persib Bandung, concluding his tenure with a remarkable achievement: a third consecutive Super League title. The club's management confirmed his resignation, citing personal reasons including health concerns and a desire to spend more time with his family.

Umuh Muchtar, a commissioner for PT Persib Bandung Bermartabat, expressed his admiration for Hodak, calling him the "best coach in Persib's history." He highlighted the extraordinary accomplishment of securing three consecutive championships, a feat unprecedented for the club. Muchtar stated that the decision was mutual and well-understood by the management.

While the specific details of Hodak's health issues remain undisclosed, it was noted that he frequently traveled for medical check-ups during his time with Persib. The club has officially accepted his resignation, and he will not be coaching for the 2026/2027 Super League season. Hodak's departure marks the end of a highly successful period for Persib under his leadership.

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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.