Indonesia’s Bid to Host U-17 World Cup Depends on FIFA Sanctions

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Indonesia’s bid to hold the U-17 World Cup is contingent on FIFA sanctions after the nation was disqualified from hosting the upcoming U-20 World Cup, according to Indonesian Football Association (PSSI) vice head Zainudin Amali. “We will battle for the host position if the punishment permits it. However, it will be difficult if the penalty is harsh. 

To avoid sanctions, we concentrate on the penalty problem. Even though there are different degrees of FIFA sanctions, if necessary, [we’ll attempt to get them] as light as feasible.” Amali stated on Tuesday, the 4th of April, “We don’t want to be subject to sanctions like in 2015.”

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In the wake of the failure to hold the U-20 World Cup, PSSI is pleading with the global soccer regulating body for no harsh penalties, led by general chair Erick Thohir. Amali anticipated the least severe penalties if they could not be prevented. The most crucial factor is that Indonesia will not get a harsh penalties or separated. The previous youth and sports Minister emphasised that as the most significant factor.

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Amali discussed PSSI’s plans, beginning with the promise of Indonesian football, young-player matches, infrastructure upgrades, and marketing elements. These align with President Joko Widodo’s earlier directives regarding the transformation of Indonesian soccer, including finishing the national soccer blue map and lowering the risk of FIFA sanctions.

“Nothing [in the plan] can be done if the penalties are too harsh. FIFA explicitly stated in its message that it is dedicated to assisting Indonesia in its football-related transformation,” according to Amali.

FIFA reportedly dropped Indonesia as the 2023 U-20 World Cup host due to the country’s present political situation. This was disclosed on the 29th of March, 2023, following a discussion between PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir and FIFA President Gianni Infantino in Doha, Qatar when dicussing about Indonesia penalties. 

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