The goalkeeper has successfully written a new history in Indonesian football. The mainstay goalkeeper has officially become the goalkeeper with the most clean sheets in a single competition season after recording 18 matches without conceding a goal.
This record surpasses the previous record held by a former Persipura Jayapura goalkeeper. In the 2013 Indonesian Super League season, he managed to achieve 17 clean sheets and led Persipura Jayapura to the championship title by conceding only 18 goals in 34 matches.
This success marks an important achievement for Persib Bandung. Throughout the season, the defensive line of Persib Bandung performed solidly and consistently. However, the goalkeeper emphasized that this record was not achieved alone.
“Yes, thank God I could get that record. Everything Teja got was also with help from teammates. So hopefully it can be maintained and can be broken again by myself, God willing,” said Teja Paku Alam.
Interestingly, the record-breaking moment occurred when Persib Bandung faced Persijap Jepara, a match also attended by a former South Korean goalkeeper. The former goalkeeper is now known to be part of the coaching staff of Persijap Jepara.
Teja Paku Alam admitted that he received a direct congratulations from Yoo Jae-hoon after the match. Although brief, that moment became a special memory for the Persib Bandung goalkeeper.
“Ah, Coach Yoo Jae Hoon just said congratulations for the achievement, that’s all,” said Teja Paku Alam.
Persib Bandung
Persib Bandung is a professional football club based in Bandung, Indonesia, founded in 1933. It is one of the oldest and most popular clubs in the country, with a passionate fanbase known as Bobotoh. The club has a rich history in Indonesian football, winning multiple Liga 1 championships and the Indonesian Cup, and is deeply tied to the cultural identity of West Java.
Persipura Jayapura
Persipura Jayapura is a professional football club based in Jayapura, Papua, Indonesia, known for its passionate fanbase and distinctive black-and-yellow kit. Founded in 1963, the club has a rich history as one of the most successful teams in Indonesian football, winning multiple Liga 1 titles, particularly during the 2000s and 2010s. The club’s name, “Persipura,” reflects its origins as a unifying force for the region, and it remains a symbol of Papuan pride in the national sports scene.
Persijap Jepara
Persijap Jepara is an Indonesian football club based in Jepara, Central Java, founded on April 2, 1954. The club has a rich history in Indonesian football, often competing in the top-tier Liga 1 and known for its passionate local fanbase. Its name reflects the region’s cultural identity, with “Persijap” standing for “Persatuan Sepak Bola Indonesia Jepara” (Indonesian Football Association of Jepara).
Indonesian Super League
The Indonesian Super League (ISL) was the top-tier professional football league in Indonesia, established in 2008 after a reorganization of the previous competition system. It was organized by PT Liga Indonesia and featured 18 clubs competing for
Persib Bandung
Persib Bandung is a professional football club based in Bandung, Indonesia, founded in 1933 during the Dutch colonial era. It is one of the oldest and most popular clubs in the country, with a passionate fan base known as Bobotoh. The club has won multiple Liga Indonesia titles and remains a symbol of local pride and sporting heritage in West Java.
Persipura Jayapura
Persipura Jayapura is a professional football club based in Jayapura, Papua, Indonesia. Founded in 1963, the club has a rich history as one of the most successful teams in Indonesian football, having won multiple Liga 1 championships. Known for their passionate fanbase and distinctive black and yellow colors, Persipura has become a symbol of pride for the people of Papua.
Persijap Jepara
Persijap Jepara is an Indonesian professional football club based in Jepara, Central Java. Founded in 1926 under the name “Persatuan Sepakbola Indonesia Jepara,” it is one of the oldest football clubs in the country. The club has a strong local following and has competed in Indonesia’s top-tier leagues, with its history reflecting the deep-rooted passion for football in the Jepara region.
Indonesian Super League
The Indonesian Super League (ISL), now known as Liga 1, is the top professional football league in Indonesia. Established in 2008, it replaced the previous Premier Division as the country’s elite competition, though it faced organizational challenges and a FIFA suspension in 2015 due to government interference. Despite these issues, the league remains highly popular, featuring intense rivalries and passionate fan support across the archipelago.
