JAKARTA - Minister of Youth and Sports (Menpora) Zainudin Amali witnessed firsthand the 2022/2023 Liga 1 continued match at Jatidiri Stadium, Semarang, Central Java, Sunday, December 11.

The Minister of Youth and Sports conducted an inspection related to the implementation of Liga 1 which had previously been on hiatus since October 1. This is proof that the government is still monitoring and evaluating the course of the competition.

PSSI Executive Committee member Yoyok Sukawi said the presence of the Menpora was a form of special attention to national football. He also claimed that all elements had done their job well.

"The Minister's arrival to Central Java was mainly, he paid special attention to football, especially at the venue, which we are planning to continue with League 1. And thank God, the Committee, LIB, and PSSI have been able to hold it well," said Yoyok, as reported by the official website of the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

As is known, the implementation of the 2022-2023 Liga 1 continues applies a new rule referring to the Police Regulation (Perpol) Number 10 of 2022. This is the aftermath of the tragedy that occurred at the Kanjuruhan Malang Stadium, some time ago.

"Earlier, the Minister of Youth and Sports had seen firsthand, it went smoothly, we have implemented the new rules in the Perpol, hopefully the first round of leagues can be completed," continued the man who is also the CEO of the Liga 1 club, PSIS Semarang.

Yoyok then said that the arrival of the Menpora had provided motivation to the organizing committee. He said, all members of the committee became more enthusiastic in carrying out their duties.

"Thank you, Mr. Menpora for coming," said Yoyok.


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