Viralterkini.id, Jakarta — PSSI General Chair, Erick Thohir, emphasized that the 2026 PSSI Awards are not just an awards event, but rather a comprehensive form of appreciation for all elements that contribute to the development of Indonesian football.
Erick made this statement while attending the peak night of the 2026 PSSI Awards which was held at Studio 6 Emtek, Jakarta, Saturday (28/3/2026).
This event was a historic moment because it was the first time this award was held since PSSI was founded 95 years ago.
In his speech, Erick emphasized that the PSSI Awards stage was dedicated to all national football “heroes”, not only the players who appeared on the field, but also other parties who worked behind the scenes.
“This stage is to appreciate the heroes on the green field. Not just players, but also referees, provincial PSSI, sponsors, communities and many other parties who continue to work from grassroots level to football achievements,” said Erick.
According to Erick, the development of Indonesian football cannot be separated from the collective work of various parties. He said that a player’s success on the field is the result of the contribution of many elements that are often invisible.
He gave examples of the role of referees who ensure fair running of matches, provincial associations that develop football in the regions, and sponsors who provide consistent financial support.
Apart from that, supporters are also considered to have an important role in maintaining enthusiasm and confidence in the Indonesian national team.
“Football is never built alone. Behind a player’s performance, there are many figures who contribute. Therefore, the PSSI Awards comes with a warmer, closer and more grounded spirit,” he stressed.
This event was also attended by a number of important figures, including the Minister of Primary and Secondary Education Abdul Mu’ti, CEO of Emtek Group Sutanto Hartono, and FIFA representative for the Asia-Oceania region Sanjeevan Balasingam.
Also present were coach John Herdman and PSSI Technical Director Alexander Zwiers, along with Indonesian national team players and main sponsor PSSI.
A total of 17 award categories were given in this event, covering various aspects ranging from individual achievements, football development, to community contributions. It is hoped that this award will be a motivation for all national football players to continue to improve their quality and achievements.
For the individual category, a number of names stole the attention. Jay Idzes was named Men’s Player of the Year, while Marselino Ferdinan won the Men’s Young Player of the Year title.
In the goalkeeping sector, Maarten Paes was chosen as the best men’s goalkeeper, while Iris de Rouw was the best women’s goalkeeper.
In the female player category, Safira Ika was named Women’s Player of the Year, while Claudia Alexandra Scheunemann won the best young female player award.
The best goal award was given to Rizky Ridho for his spectacular goal, while the Assist of the Year category was won by Yance Sayuri. For the Saves of the Year category, the award was given to Emil Audero.
In the refereeing sector, Thoriq Munir Alkatiri was named PSSI Referee of the Year, while Fuad Qohar won the best assistant referee award.
Awards were also given to football development programs, including the Indonesian Student Gala as Football Development Program of the Year, and the MilkLife Soccer Challenge as Grassroots Development Program of the Year.
Apart from that, the Provincial Association of the Year award was won by Asprov PSSI East Java, while the Supporter of the Year category was given to the late Mas Katon as a form of respect for his dedication.
PSSI also gives special awards to parties who contribute outside the field, such as Tan Liong Houw through the Bakti Football Foundation, as well as a number of sponsors who are considered to consistently support the development of national football.
Erick emphasized that the PSSI Awards will become an annual agenda as a form of ongoing appreciation for all Indonesian football people. He hopes that this award can strengthen the national football ecosystem, from early childhood development to the professional level.
“The spirit is togetherness. We want everyone involved in Indonesian football to feel appreciated and continue to be motivated to take our football to a higher level,” concluded Erick.
Through the 2026 PSSI Awards, PSSI not only celebrates achievements, but also strengthens the message that the progress of Indonesian football is the result of the joint work of all elements involved in it.
The following are the categories and recipients of the 2026 PSSI Awards
1- Best Assist of the Year : Yance Sayuri
2- Men’s Young Player of the Year: Marselino Ferdinand
3- Best Football Development Program of the Year: Indonesian Student Gala (GSI) (Prof. Dr. Abdul Mu’ti, M.Ed)
4- Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year: Marteen Paes
5- Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year: Iris de Rouw
6- Assistant Referee of the Year : Fuad Qohar
7- Provincial Association of the Year: Asprov PSSI East Java
8- Man Behind The Jersey of the Year : Setyo Putro Utomo
9- PSSI Referee of the Year: Thoriq Munir Alkatiri
10- Best Female Player of the Year : Safira Ika
11- Save of the Year : Emil Audero
12- Grassroots Development Program of the Year: MillkLife Soccer Challenge (Teddy Tjahjono)
13- Best Supporter of the Year : Mas Katon (deceased)
14- Young Female Player of the Year : Claudia Alexandra Scheunemann
15- Goal of the Year : Rizky Ridho
16- Football Service Foundation of the Year: Tan Liong Houw
17- Men’s Player of the Year : Jay Idzes
Token Appreciation to Sponsors : Tony Wenas – President Director of Freeport Indonesia
Kevin Wijaya – CEO of Kelme Indonesia
Dicky Kristanto – VP Corporate Communication Bank Mandiri
Sutanto Hartono – CEO of Emtek Group.
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