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Indonesian FA Chief Backs League Cup Plan Linking Top and Second Tiers

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir supports the planned 2026/2027 League Cup.
  • The tournament will feature clubs from both the Super League and Championship divisions.
  • This initiative aims to enhance competition and engagement in Indonesian football.

Indonesian football's top official has thrown his support behind a new tournament designed to bridge the gap between the country's professional leagues. Erick Thohir, chairman of the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI), has lauded the proposed League Cup for the 2026/2027 season.

The innovative competition is set to pit clubs from the Super League, Indonesia's highest tier, against teams from the Championship, the second division. This cross-league format is expected to inject fresh excitement into the domestic football calendar.

Thohir's endorsement signals a potential boost for the league's development, offering a platform for second-tier teams to test their mettle against top-flight opposition. The move could foster greater competition and provide valuable experience for emerging clubs and players.

The League Cup's introduction is anticipated to enhance the overall quality of Indonesian football and increase fan engagement across different levels of the sport.

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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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