Persib Hit by Bad News After Defeating Bali United: What Happened?

Persib Bandung wasted no time initiating preparations for their crucial encounter against Selangor FC, fresh off an impressive victory over Bali United. However, an unwelcome piece of news hit the squad as key player Beckham Putra fell ill, forcing him to miss critical team training sessions.

Persib had convincingly defeated Bali United with a 1-0 scoreline in a hard-fought match during Week 11 of the Super League 2025/2026 season. This pivotal game took place at the Kapten I Wayan Dipta Stadium in Gianyar, Bali, on Saturday, November 1, 2025, a result that significantly boosted their morale.

Following this important win, and less than 24 hours after their demanding clash against Bali United, the players were immediately back on the field, ready for their next challenge.

On Sunday, November 2, 2025, “Maung Bandung,” as Persib Bandung is affectionately known, conducted their training sessions across two distinct locations to effectively manage the varying physical demands on their squad members.

Ten players who featured for less than 60 minutes in the preceding game underwent a comprehensive training regimen at Gelora Samudra Stadium in Kuta, Bali. This intensive session aimed to maintain and enhance their match fitness.

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Meanwhile, players who had played for more than 60 minutes were given a tailored recovery training program at the team’s hotel, with a primary focus on recuperation and injury prevention to ensure their peak condition for future games.

Persib’s head coach, Bojan Hodak, personally oversaw the training session for the ten players at Gelora Samudra Stadium, underscoring his hands-on approach to player development and tactical readiness.

During this particular session, Febri Hariyadi and his teammates engaged in a series of drills that incorporated extensive ball work, naturally preceded by thorough warm-up exercises to physically prepare them for the demands ahead.

This rigorous training, actively participated in by Frans Putros and other squad members, was specifically designed to ensure that the fitness levels of both starting players and substitutes were consistently high and competitive across the entire team.

The players who saw less than 60 minutes of action on the field commenced their demanding training promptly at 08:30 WITA (Central Indonesian Time), demonstrating their commitment to maintaining top form.

Despite these diligent preparations, Persib’s official communication included an unfortunate update, confirming that not all players were able to participate in these crucial training sessions, raising concerns within the camp.

This concerning news emerged just as Persib geared up to face Selangor FC, casting a shadow over their otherwise meticulous preparations for the upcoming continental fixture.

The “Bobotoh’s Pride” – a nickname for Persib, referencing their passionate fanbase – is scheduled to confront Selangor FC in the fourth match, which also marks the second leg of Group G in the prestigious AFC Champions League Two (ACL 2) 2025/2026 tournament.

This significant ACL 2 clash between Persib and Selangor FC is slated to take place at Petaling Jaya Stadium in Malaysia on Thursday, November 6, 2025, promising an exciting and high-stakes encounter.

To adequately prepare for this crucial fixture, players have been undergoing intensive and, in some cases, individualized training regimens, reflecting the importance of the upcoming match.

This heightened focus on immediate preparation is due to the fact that the team only began their strategic planning for Selangor FC directly after their demanding match against Bali United, leaving very little turnaround time.

However, amidst these intense preparation and training sessions, Persib delivered a less-than-favorable update that could potentially impact their lineup and strategy.

This concerned one of their indispensable players, Beckham Putra Nugraha, who was regrettably unable to join the team’s vital training sessions.

According to Persib’s official statement, Beckham Putra was compelled to be absent from team training, signaling a significant setback for the squad as they approach a key match.

The reason for his absence was reportedly illness, affecting the talented Indonesian national team-capped player, who is a vital component of Persib’s midfield.

While specific details regarding the nature of his illness were not disclosed, it was officially confirmed that the 24-year-old player’s absence from training was unequivocally due to sickness.

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Notably, Beckham Putra had actually come on as a substitute for Saddil Ramdani in the 65th minute during Persib’s recent match against Bali United, playing a crucial role in the latter stages of the game.

Furthermore, Persib’s winning goal against Bali United was directly initiated by a crucial opportunity created by Beckham Putra, which was then clinically converted into a goal by Andrew Jung, highlighting his direct impact on the team’s success.

Consequently, this news poses a significant setback for Persib as they meticulously prepare to face Selangor FC, even though an official statement regarding the specific nature of Beckham Putra’s illness has yet to be publicly released.

As quoted from the club’s official website on Sunday, November 2, 2025, Persib stated: “Febri Hariyadi and his teammates commenced their post-match substitute training at 08:30 WITA, lasting approximately 60 minutes. During this session, Beckham Putra Nugraha was unfortunately absent due to illness.”

The statement further clarified: “Meanwhile, players who played from the start of the match underwent essential recovery sessions alongside PERSIB’s physiotherapist, Benidektus Adi Prianto. Their comprehensive recovery regimen began promptly at 10:00 WITA.”