The Moment Ganjar Pranowo Meets Hokky Caraka: Hold Hands And Laugh Together

Indonesian U-20 National Team Player, Hokky Caraka. (Photo: Twitter/@PSSI)

JAKARTA - The Indonesian U-20 national team striker, Hokky Caraka finally met the Governor of Central Java, Ganjar Pranowo. This is the first moment the two met face to face after the hot situation of the 2023 U-20 World Cup polemic.

Hokky Caraka shared a meeting with Ganjar Pranowo via uploads on her Instagram Story account on Tuesday, April 4.

In the upload, Hokky and Ganjar looked familiar and cheerful. The two of them shook hands and laughed together, describing a happy atmosphere.

He made a statement that his relationship with the regional head was good.

"I'm with Pak Ganjar. It's clear," said Hokky while giving a thumbs up and then shaking hands with Ganjar.

Ganjar Pranowo quickly responded to Hokky's statement. He even praised the U-20 national team player.

"Greetings. It's okay, it's okay. You're a great kid. He's a great kid, we have to support him," said Ganjar holding Hokky's hand.

Hokky Caraka 🤝 Ganjar Pranowo.“Sudah Clear” 😃😃😃 pic.twitter.com/CPzFbcWcQ7

— FaktaBola (@FaktaSepakbola) April 4, 2023

Previously, Hokky had criticized FIFA's decision to revoke Indonesia's status as the host of the 2023 U-20 World Cup. The decision was taken by FIFA with the consideration of the emergence of a wave of rejection against the Israeli national team.

Among the rejections that emerged, the most vocal votes came from the Governor of Bali I Wayan Koster and also Ganjar Pranowo as Governor of Central Java.

The two figures then became targets of the frustration and disappointment of the Indonesian people, including Hokky Caraka.

Although he was vocal in voicing disappointment, not long ago Hokky later apologized publicly for his comments on social media.