source: StadiumDB.com; author: Paulina Skóra
A team from the international football governing body FIFA completed the second phase of visits to support the transformation of football stadiums in Indonesia on December 15, according to the Indonesian Football Association (PSSI).
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The initiative aims to improve safety standards at stadiums across the country, making the football-watching experience safer and more comfortable. It was inspired by the tragedy at Kanjuruhan Stadium in Malang in October 2022, when police used tear gas, causing panic among Arema FC supporters. The incident resulted in the deaths of 135 people. To prevent similar incidents in the future, PSSI and FIFA are collaborating to create a safer, more inclusive football environment and rebuild public trust in football as a unifying force for the nation.This collaboration is our real commitment to improving the quality and safety of football stadiums in Indonesia,
said PSSI Chairperson Erick Thohir in a recently published statement. With FIFA’s support, we want to ensure that our stadiums meet international standards so that players, officials, and fans can enjoy football in a secure environment. This is an important step toward building a better football ecosystem in Indonesia,
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The first phase of the study was conducted by FIFA in May 2024, focusing on eight stadiums. The second phase expanded the scope to 21 stadiums located across 12 provinces. Renovation projects are being implemented by the Ministry of Public Works in accordance with a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed by PSSI and FIFA regarding the transformation of stadium safety in the country. The MoU was signed during the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Indonesia in 2023. The project involves multiple stakeholders, including League 1 and League 2 clubs, contractors, and local governments.
The FIFA team visiting Indonesia included Ben Veenbrink and Lavin Vignesh from FIFA’s Regional Office. During their visit, they presented detailed recommendations to improve stadium safety, develop guidelines tailored to Indonesia’s specific conditions and needs, and design a certification and licensing system for stadiums that aligns with international standards. The results of this visit will serve as a primary guide for future stadium renovations and developments, ensuring high safety standards and honoring the memory of the victims of the Kanjuruhan tragedy.
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Kanjuruhan Stadium was constructed between 1997 and 2004 and was primarily used for football matches. It had a seating capacity of 21,700 and served as the home ground for Arema, a League 1 football team. The stadium was also used by Persekam Metro Kabupaten Malang, a League 3 team. The stadium was named after the Kanjuruhan Kingdom, a Hindu kingdom from the 8th century located in the present-day Malang region. Following the 2022 disaster, during a meeting with FIFA President Gianni Infantino on October 18, 2022, Indonesian President Joko Widodo ordered the closure of Kanjuruhan Stadium. Plans were made to demolish and rebuild the stadium to meet FIFA standards.
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