Persita Tangerang has officially unveiled their new squad and jerseys for the 2025/2026 BRI Super League season during the “Pendekar Fest” event at Indomilk Arena Stadium, Tangerang.

During the launch, Persita retained their signature purple color for the home jersey.

For the away matches, white was chosen as the new identity.

The squad, led by Carlos Pena, will be reinforced by familiar names such as Ryuji Utomo, Tamirlan Kozubaev, Javlon Guseynov, and key playmaker Eber Bessa.

Persita is also open to adding two or three new players before the transfer window closes, depending on the team’s needs.

The club’s president stated that this season, the team nicknamed “Pendekar Cisadane” is not afraid to aim high.

“This time, we will chase a top-three finish. Persita now has the license to compete in the Asian League,” he emphasized.

He added that this ambition is supported by the readiness of Indomilk Arena Stadium, which meets international standards and can host the Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers.

To conclude Pendekar Fest, a friendly match against Kuching City was held, ending in an intense battle. Esal Sahrul scored the opening goal in the 30th minute, before the visitors equalized to 1-1.

However, Persita’s new striker, Matheus Alves, secured the victory with a goal in the 65th minute, shortly after replacing Ahmad Nur Hardianto.

Indomilk Arena Stadium

The Indomilk Arena Stadium, located in Bekasi, Indonesia, is a multi-purpose stadium primarily used for football matches. Opened in 2015, it serves as the home ground for the local football club **Persipasi Bekasi**. The stadium is named after **Indomilk**, a popular Indonesian dairy brand, reflecting corporate sponsorship in sports infrastructure. With a capacity of around 30,000, it hosts various sporting and cultural events in the region.

BRI Super League

The **BRI Super League** (officially known as **Liga 1 BRI** due to sponsorship by Bank BRI) is the top-tier professional football league in Indonesia. Established in 2008 as the **Indonesia Super League (ISL)**, it replaced the previous league system and has since become the country’s premier football competition. The league has faced challenges, including organizational disputes and suspensions, but remains central to Indonesian football, featuring top clubs like Persib Bandung and Persija Jakarta.

Asian League

The Asian League is a professional ice hockey league founded in 2003, featuring teams from East Asian countries such as Japan, South Korea, and China. It was established to promote ice hockey in Asia and provide competitive play for regional clubs, with Japan’s *ALIH (Asia League Ice Hockey)* being a key organizer. Over the years, the league has grown to include teams like the Nippon Paper Cranes (Japan), Anyang Halla (South Korea), and Red Star Kunlun (China), fostering regional sportsmanship and development.

Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers

The **Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers** are a series of competitive football (soccer) matches organized by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) to determine which national teams qualify for the **AFC Women’s Asian Cup**, the premier women’s football tournament in Asia. Established in 1975, the tournament (and its qualifiers) has grown in prominence, helping to develop women’s football across the continent. The qualifiers typically feature group stages where teams compete for a spot in the final tournament, which also serves as a qualifier for the FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Pendekar Fest

Pendekar Fest is an annual Indonesian martial arts and cultural festival that celebrates the nation’s rich heritage of traditional combat arts, such as Pencak Silat. The event showcases demonstrations, competitions, and workshops, aiming to preserve and promote these ancient practices while fostering national pride. It also features music, dance, and local crafts, creating a vibrant celebration of Indonesia’s diverse traditions.

Pendekar Cisadane

“Pendekar Cisadane” refers to a cultural or legendary figure associated with the Cisadane River in West Java, Indonesia. The name evokes local folklore, often tied to warriors or guardians (pendekar) who protect the river and its surrounding communities. While historical details may be scarce, the term reflects the region’s rich tradition of oral storytelling and reverence for natural landmarks.

Kuching City

Kuching City, the capital of Malaysia’s Sarawak state on Borneo Island, is known as the “Cat City” (from the Malay word *kucing*, meaning cat). Founded in the 19th century under the rule of the White Rajahs (Brooke family), it blends colonial architecture, indigenous cultures, and modern development. Key attractions include the Sarawak River waterfront, historic landmarks like the Astana and Fort Margherita, and vibrant cultural festivals celebrating Sarawak’s diverse ethnic groups.