Indonesia to Launch New League Cup; Persija's Jeremejeff Praised After 5-1 Victory
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- Indonesian football will introduce a new League Cup tournament in the 2026/2027 season.
- An initial fixture for the competition will see PSMS face Persija.
- Persija Jakarta coach Shin Tae-yong lauded Alexander Jeremejeff following a 5-1 win over Arema FC.
Indonesian football is set to expand its domestic calendar with the introduction of a new competition, the League Cup, also known as Piala Liga. This new tournament is scheduled to commence in the 2026/2027 season. Among the initial fixtures announced for the League Cup is a match-up between PSMS and Persija.
In related news, Persija Jakarta recently secured a significant 5-1 victory against Arema FC. Following this dominant performance, Persija's coach, Shin Tae-yong, specifically commended forward Alexander Jeremejeff for his contribution to the team's success.