Muhammad Toha leaves Persita after 9 years, continues career in Brunei.
Persita Tangerang captain Muhammad Toha.
Right-back and Persita Tangerang captain Muhammad Toha has officially ended his long journey with the club nicknamed Pendekar Cisadane.
Toha decided to continue his professional career by joining DPMM FC, a club competing in Brunei Darussalam.
This decision closes Toha’s nearly nine-year journey with Pendekar Cisadane since he first joined in 2017.
During his time with Persita, the player from Bontang, East Kalimantan, developed into one of the most influential figures in the team.
Not only as a key player, Toha was also known as a leader on the field and an important figure in the dressing room.
The 2025/2026 season was his last wearing Persita’s purple uniform.
That season, Toha performed consistently in defense, recording nearly 30 appearances, most of which he started from the first minute.
His performances last season also marked a special achievement as he surpassed 200 matches for Persita since his arrival nine years ago.
Persita management considers Toha one of the players who contributed greatly to the club’s journey over the past few seasons.
Meanwhile, Toha said he wanted to seek new experiences and develop his playing quality in a different environment.
“I want to find new experiences out there, and I hope I can maintain my playing character, attitude, and lifestyle. I have to be an example for other players, especially young players,” he said.
According to him, the support from fans was one of the most memorable things during his time with the Tangerang-based team.
“Wherever we played, the fans always came and were lively. I see that the people of Tangerang really love football.”
Toha also expressed gratitude for the opportunity Persita had given him throughout his career.
“I am happy and proud to have played more than 200 matches for Persita. I am always grateful for this opportunity. I hope Persita fans never tire of continuing to support and defend this team,” Toha said.
Joining DPMM FC is Toha’s first experience playing outside Indonesia.
Throughout his professional career, most of Toha’s football journey was spent with Persita before he began a new adventure in the Brunei Darussalam competition.
Persita Tangerang
Persita Tangerang is an Indonesian professional football club based in Tangerang, Banten. Founded in 1933 as “Persatuan Sepakbola Indonesia Tangerang,” it is one of the oldest football clubs in the country. The team has a passionate fan base and has competed in Indonesia’s top-tier leagues, including Liga 1, with its home matches played at the Indomilk Arena.
Pendekar Cisadane
Pendekar Cisadane refers to a traditional martial art and cultural heritage from the Cisadane River region in Tangerang, Indonesia. It combines elements of Pencak Silat with local folklore, often associated with legendary warriors who protected the river and its communities. The practice reflects the area’s history of resistance and cultural identity, passed down through generations as both a physical discipline and a symbol of regional pride.
DPMM FC
DPMM FC (Duli Pengiran Muda Mahkota Football Club) is a professional
Persita Tangerang
Persita Tangerang is an Indonesian professional football club based in Tangerang, Banten. Founded in 1929, it is one of the oldest clubs in the country, originally established as a Dutch East Indies-era football association. The club has a passionate fan base and has competed in Indonesia’s top-tier league, Liga 1, representing the region’s rich sporting history.
Pendekar Cisadane
“Pendekar Cisadane” refers to the traditional martial arts and cultural heritage associated with the Cisadane River region in Tangerang, Indonesia. Historically, it embodies the legacy of local warriors (pendekar) who practiced silat and defended their communities along the river, blending indigenous martial traditions with influences from Betawi, Sundanese, and Chinese cultures. Today, it is celebrated through performances and festivals that preserve the area’s rich history of resistance and spiritual discipline.
Cisadane River
The Cisadane River is a major river in West Java and Banten, Indonesia, flowing approximately 140 kilometers from Mount Pangrango to the Java Sea near Tangerang. Historically, it served as a vital waterway for trade and transportation during the era of the Sunda Kingdom and later under Dutch colonial rule, with its banks dotted with old plantations and settlements. Today, it remains important for agriculture, irrigation, and local livelihoods, though it faces challenges from pollution and urbanization.
Tangerang
Tangerang is a major city in Banten Province, Indonesia, located just west of Jakarta. Historically, it developed as a key settlement during the Dutch colonial era, known for its role in the sugar and rubber industries, and is home to a significant Chinese-Indonesian community that has influenced its culture and architecture. Today, Tangerang is a rapidly growing urban center, blending modern development with historic sites like the old Chinatown and the Benteng Heritage Museum.
Bontang
Bontang is a city in East Kalimantan, Indonesia, known for its significant industrial sector, particularly the oil and gas industry, with major facilities like the PT Badak NGL and PT Pupuk Kaltim plants. Historically, it developed from a small fishing village into a thriving industrial hub after the discovery of natural gas in the 1970s, which drove rapid urbanization and economic growth. Today, Bontang is also recognized for its natural attractions, such as the nearby tropical rainforests and marine tourism spots like the Beras Basah Islands.
East Kalimantan
East Kalimantan is a province on the Indonesian side of Borneo, known for its vast rainforests and rich biodiversity. Historically, the region was part of ancient Hindu-Buddhist kingdoms and later came under Dutch colonial control before joining Indonesia. Today, it is gaining global attention as the site of Indonesia’s new planned capital city, Nusantara, which aims to relieve pressure on Jakarta.
DPMM FC
DPMM FC is a professional football club based in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei, and is owned by the Brunei royal family through Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah. Founded in 2000, the club gained international recognition by joining the Singapore Premier League in 2009, becoming the first foreign team to compete in the league. DPMM FC has won multiple Singapore League Cups and the Singapore Premier League title in 2015, representing Brunei on a regional stage.
Brunei Darussalam
Brunei Darussalam is a small, wealthy sultanate located on the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia, known for its vast oil and gas reserves. Its history dates back to the 14th century as a powerful maritime empire, but it later declined and became a British protectorate in 1888 before regaining full independence in 1984. Today, the nation is a constitutional sultanate, with its culture heavily influenced by Malay traditions and Islam, and features landmarks like the opulent Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque.
