The 2026 Piala Presiden is set to begin on July 25, 2026, featuring a mix of five Indonesian clubs and three international teams. According to reports from CNN Indonesia, the tournament will run through August 6, 2026, with matches hosted at Si Jalak Harupat Stadium in Bandung and Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium in Surabaya.
Which Teams Are Competing in the 2026 Piala Presiden?
The eighth edition of this preseason tournament will include eight participants divided into two groups of four. Local clubs confirmed for the event include Persib Bandung, Persija Jakarta, Persebaya Surabaya, Arema FC, and PSMS Medan. They will be joined by three international invitees: Port FC from Thailand, DPMM FC from Brunei Darussalam, and Tampines Rovers from Singapore.
Arema FC holds the record for the most Piala Presiden titles, having won the trophy four times.
How Does the 2026 Tournament Differ from Previous Years?
The 2026 lineup shows a shift in international participation compared to the 2025 edition. While Port FC returns after an invitation last year, this marks the debut for both DPMM FC and Tampines Rovers in the competition. In contrast, the 2025 tournament featured Oxford FC, a club from England, as a notable international contestant.
The tournament structure remains consistent with its history as a preseason testing ground. Over the course of the event, 16 matches will be played to determine the winner. Since its start in 2015, the tournament has seen various victors, including Persib Bandung (2015), Persija Jakarta (2018), and Port FC (2025).
Tournament Facts at a Glance
- Start Date: July 25, 2026
- End Date: August 6, 2026
- Venues: Si Jalak Harupat (Bandung) and Gelora Bung Tomo (Surabaya)
- Total Matches: 16
Frequently Asked Questions
- When does the 2026 Piala Presiden start?
- The tournament officially begins on July 25, 2026.
- Where will the matches be held?
- Matches are scheduled to take place at Si Jalak Harupat Stadium in Bandung and Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium in Surabaya.
- Which international teams are playing?
- The international participants for 2026 are Port FC (Thailand), DPMM FC (Brunei Darussalam), and Tampines Rovers (Singapura).
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