Persija intensifies fitness work for 28 players in Thailand
Six new national team players will join on August 14, while Kwon Chang-hoon and Mauro Zijlstra remain sidelined in recovery.
Persija Jakarta is holding training in Thailand with a main focus on improving players' physical condition ahead of the 2026/27 season. A total of 28 players have joined the training camp, which began after the team departed on Monday, with sessions scheduled through August 23. Coach Shin Tae-yong said a strong physical base is important to maintain concentration and focus during matches. He said the coaching staff first checked players' strength, muscle mass and body fat levels so training loads could be tailored to each player's needs. Alongside fitness work, Persija is also refining basic tactics because previous preparation time was cut short by the Piala Presiden 2026. The team is scheduled to hold a squad and new jersey launch, then face Brisbane Roar in a friendly at Jakarta International Stadium on August 29 before opening Liga 1 away to Borneo FC on September 5.