In a significant ruling, the FIFA Disciplinary Committee has imposed substantial penalties on the Indonesian Football Association (PSSI) and two key players of the Indonesian national team. The combined sanctions include hefty fines totaling nearly Rp1.2 billion (approximately 55,000 Swiss Francs), alongside suspensions for the implicated players.
The first set of penalties was leveled against PSSI following the Indonesian national team’s match against Iraq. This incident occurred during the second fixture of Group B in the Fourth Round of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers for the Asian zone, held at King Abdullah Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on October 12, 2025. FIFA issued a fine of 50,000 Swiss Francs (CHF), equivalent to roughly Rp1 billion, specifically targeting PSSI.
The reason for this considerable fine stemmed from the unacceptable conduct of Indonesian national team supporters within King Abdullah Stadium. FIFA’s review clearly showed fans throwing objects onto the field of play. The severity of the situation was such that even the Indonesian national team captain, Jay Idzes, had to intervene, attempting to calm the crowd and urge them to cease throwing items. FIFA categorized this behavior as a serious violation of match regulations, leading to their decisive action against PSSI. As stated by FIFA, the penalty was for “Order and security during matches and throwing objects onto the field.”
Beyond the organizational body, FIFA also extended its disciplinary actions to two prominent players of the Indonesian national team: Thom Haye and Shayne Pattynama. Both players faced repercussions for their conduct during or after the match against Iraq, incurring fines and suspensions that will sideline them from crucial upcoming fixtures.
Shayne Pattynama, the Buriram United player, received a direct red card for his intervention with the referee following the Iraq match. Consequently, he has been handed a fine of 5,000 CHF, approximately Rp100 million. In addition to the financial penalty, Pattynama will be suspended for four upcoming matches, a significant blow to the national squad. FIFA cited “Violations committed by players and officials” as the basis for this decision.
Similarly, midfielder Thom Haye was also sanctioned by FIFA. The Persib Bandung star was found to have committed a violation against the referee, engaging in excessive protest after the match, which also resulted in him receiving a red card. Like Pattynama, Thom Haye faces a 5,000 CHF fine and will miss the next four matches for the national team. FIFA’s statement confirmed the penalties for “Unsporting behavior towards match officials,” highlighting the seriousness of the players’ actions.
These severe penalties, impacting both the federation and key players, undoubtedly represent a significant setback for the “Red and White Team” as they navigate their World Cup Qualification campaign and future international commitments. The dual fines and player suspensions underscore FIFA’s strict stance on maintaining discipline and fair play in international football.
Summary
FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee has imposed substantial penalties on the Indonesian Football Association (PSSI) and two key national team players following incidents during the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. PSSI received a fine of 50,000 Swiss Francs (approximately Rp1 billion) due to supporters throwing objects onto the field during the match against Iraq. This sanction underscores FIFA’s strict stance on maintaining order and security at matches.
Furthermore, two players, Shayne Pattynama and Thom Haye, were each fined 5,000 Swiss Francs and suspended for four upcoming matches. Pattynama was penalized for intervening with the referee, while Haye was sanctioned for unsporting behavior and excessive protest after the Iraq game. These combined disciplinary actions represent a significant setback for the Indonesian national team.
