The Impact Of FIFA Sanctions On The Indonesian National Team, PSSI And Mempora Ready To Face It

Indonesian U-20 national team players couldn't help but cry after finding out that Indonesia had canceled hosting the U-20 World Cup. (Photo: Doc. PSSI)

YOGYAKARTA - The threat of FIFA sanctions haunts Indonesian football after Israel's rejection to the replacement of the 2023 U-20 World Cup host. Indonesia canceled its host in this international tournament in the aftermath of a number of political elites who rejected the arrival of the Israeli national team. So what is the impact of FIFA sanctions on the Indonesian national team?

Dito Ariotedjo, the latest Menpora, revealed that he had spoken with PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir. Erick Thohir, who had met with representatives of FIFA, said that the threat of sanctions that Indonesia would receive could vary. The problem that ensnared was related to Israel's rejection and Indonesia's cancellation as the U23 World Cup tumah.

The cancellation of the prestigious football event is said to have killed the dreams of talented young players. In addition, Indonesian football was also affected by the severity. What is the impact of FIFA sanctions on the Indonesian national team?

Indonesia could have received a downgrade in the FIFA rankings if it was sanctioned by FIFA. This bitter experience was experienced by the Indonesian national team in the 2015-2016 period. This bad incident certainly doesn't want to be repeated for the second time.

Currently, the Indonesian national team is ranked 151 FIFA. The official match of the national team will affect the ups and downs of rankings. If the national team is frozen by FIFA, it will not get additional points. If this happens, the position of the national team will further decline because competitors can easily overtake the number of points.

Another bad impact that can happen to Indonesia is the loss of opportunities to appear in international events. The sanctions given by FIFA can eliminate the opportunities possessed by the Indonesian national team. If this happens it will affect the development and progress of national football. Because the experience of competing and euphoria of international matches can improve the quality of players and teams.

If the Indonesian national team is sanctioned by FIFA, it will affect the attractiveness of sponsors. One of the negative impacts is that it will be difficult to find sponsors for football clubs and PSSI.

Given Indonesia's poor reputation and exposure at the international level due to FIFA sanctions, large companies will think twice before investing or investing. This will make it difficult for PSSI and the club to get funds, which is important to develop football.

Another bad impact that can be experienced by the national team if they are sanctioned by FIFA is the delay in the development of young Indonesian players. If Indonesia is subject to FIFA sanctions, then players will find it difficult to access better football education abroad.

Young players may find it difficult to join international clubs because the reputation of the Indonesian national team has worsened due to FIFA sanctions. Young athletes are also hampered from developing to improve skills and advance Indonesian football.

The implementation of domestic football competitions in Indonesia is also badly affected if Indonesia gets sanctions from FIFA. As a result, the implementation of football competition is less smooth and effective due to limited support and funds.

Because, as stated earlier, sponsors or donors will think twice about donating their funds. If this happens, it will affect the quality of Indonesian football.

Such is the review of the impact of FIFA sanctions on the Indonesian national team. The threat of fifa sanctions is a serious issue that must be faced by the Menpora and PSSI. In addition to hoping not to be subject to burdensome sanctions, hopefully this event will become a valuable experience that will not be repeated again.

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