Persib Bandung Academy successfully won the U-18 category of the Hydroplus Soccer League (HSL) All-Stars 2025/2026 after defeating Putri Garut with a landslide score of 5-0 in the final match at the Supersoccer Arena, Kudus Regency.
The team nicknamed Maung Bandung secured a convincing victory in the first half, scoring four goals. Sucy Kanya Sholehah was outstanding, scoring three goals, while Nasywa Salsabila Fatah also scored one. In the second half, Zahra Nafisa Dwi Agustin completed the scoring spree for the Persib Bandung Academy, securing a 5-0 victory.
Persib Bandung Academy Head Coach Dian Nadia Mutiara, met after the match, expressed her gratitude for the team's success in winning the title in the 2025/2026 HSL All-Stars U-18 women's football event.
According to him, this achievement was achieved through a difficult struggle, especially after the team suffered a defeat to the Arema FC Woman Academy in the group stage.
He considered the defeat a valuable lesson for the players to improve and enhance their game. Thanks to the coaching team's motivation and evaluation, the players were able to bounce back and show significant progress.
"Thank God, the players were able to change very quickly and learn from their mistakes. We motivated them to stay motivated and prepare mentally to improve," he said.
Dian also acknowledged that the tight match schedule during the 2025/2026 HSL All-Stars presented a challenge. The limited rest time required the team to optimize player recovery.
According to him, the coaching team utilized the available time to rest, strengthen communication between players, and evaluate any remaining weaknesses. These efforts are considered key to the Persib Bandung Academy's success in reaching the top step.
