The curtains have closed on the highly anticipated Futsal Asia Cup 2026, an event that saw the Indonesia Futsal National Team achieve a momentous feat. In a display of remarkable skill and unwavering determination, the squad proudly carved out a new chapter in their history, securing the title of runner-up for the very first time. Their journey to this historic position culminated in an intense final match against Iran, a thrilling contest that ended 5-5 before a nail-biting penalty shootout decided the victor.
However, amidst the celebration of athletic prowess, another significant development has captured headlines. The Asian Football Confederation (AFC), the governing body for football in Asia, has recently published a list of disciplinary sanctions stemming from the Futsal Asia Cup 2026. Notably, Indonesia, despite its team’s impressive performance, found itself among the nations facing penalties.
As the designated host nation, Indonesia was unfortunately deemed to have fallen short in its responsibility to implement adequate security and order measures throughout the tournament. These shortcomings were not isolated to matches involving the Indonesia Futsal National Team; rather, they encompassed incidents that transpired during games featuring other participating countries as well, highlighting a broader concern regarding event management.
Consequently, the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) has been mandated to pay a substantial sum, totaling USD 14,000 – an amount equivalent to approximately IDR 236 million. This significant penalty underscores the severity of the infractions identified by the AFC. A detailed breakdown of the incidents leading to these AFC fines provides further clarity on the various breaches of regulations.
AFC Fines for PSSI at the Futsal Asia Cup:
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During the Indonesia vs. South Korea match at Indonesia Arena:
- USD 3,000: For unauthorized individuals gaining access to controlled areas without proper accreditation.
- USD 3,000: Due to a supporter unlawfully entering the playing field.
- USD 5,000: For the failure to adequately ensure the overall stadium security during the event.
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During the Iran vs. Afghanistan match at Jakarta International Velodrome:
- USD 3,000: For failing to maintain public order after five spectators encroached onto the playing area.
Summary
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has imposed a fine of USD 14,000, approximately IDR 236 million, on the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI). This sanction is a result of PSSI’s failure to implement adequate security and order measures while hosting the Futsal Asia Cup 2026. The shortcomings were identified across various incidents during the tournament, affecting matches involving both the Indonesian national team and other participating countries.
Specific infractions included unauthorized individuals accessing controlled areas, a supporter unlawfully entering the playing field, and overall stadium security failures during the Indonesia vs. South Korea match. An additional penalty was incurred for failing to maintain public order after five spectators encroached onto the playing area during the Iran vs. Afghanistan match. These incidents collectively contributed to the substantial fine issued by the AFC.