Shin Tae-yong suspended for one year over player assault allegations; maintains Indonesian club role

Shin Tae-yong, the head coach, has been handed a one-year suspension by the Korea Football Association (KFA) following allegations of player assault. The disciplinary action, revealed on July 27, 2026, comes after a period of controversy surrounding the coach's conduct.

Despite the significant ban from the KFA, Shin Tae-yong will maintain his position as head coach for the Indonesian club Persija Jakarta. This decision allows him to continue his coaching duties within the Indonesian league system while serving his suspension from KFA-related activities.

Persija Jakarta officially confirmed the details of Shin Tae-yong's suspension through a statement on their club website. The club stated that they had directly contacted the KFA to verify the disciplinary measures. This proactive step by Persija Jakarta led to the public disclosure of the suspension's severity, which the KFA had initially intended to keep confidential.