Persipura Asks PSSI for an explanation on the appointment of Persija – Mutiara Hitam has sent a letter to PSSI asking for that statement. Persipura Jayapura, asked PSSI’s decision to choose Persija Jakarta, to represent Indonesia in the AFC Cup. Black Pearl, need information on that.
PSSI decided Persija and Bali United, playing in the AFC Cup for next season. The decision was taken after the national football league held an executive committee (Exco), 2 days ago.
Bali United was chosen by PSSI because of their status as League 1 champions last season. Meanwhile, Persija, who holds the title of runner-up in the Indonesian Cup, was decided because PSM Makassar, the so-called champion of the title, did not have the AFC Club Licensing 2022.
“We know PSSI’s decision. Next, the general chairman [Persipura, Benhur Tommy Mano] convey to the manager to ask for information to PSSI. We ask what decision PSSI has taken,” said Persipura manager Bento Madubun when contacted by the mass media.
“Indeed there is no problem, if we need to comply with the provisions. Persipura is basically just that. If the conditions are the same, please, if not, yes, this is a question. We have legally sent a letter to PSSI the other day,” Bento added.
Persija’s election picked up pros and cons. PSSI is considered not to comply with the provisions contained in the Entry Manual for AFC Club Competition 2022 Article 9 concerning Sporting Criteria.
The provision does not mention if the Local Cup (Indonesian Cup) runner-up has the right to take part in the AFC Cup. The first focus is explained to be the winner of the competition (League 1), then the winner of the Local Cup, runner-up of League 1, 3rd place in Liga 1.
If it leads to the existing provisions, Persipura has more rights than Persija to play in the AFC Cup. Jacksen F Tiago’s troops are in 3rd place in the 2022 League 1 standings.
Persebaya Surabaya, which is in 2nd place in Liga 1 2022, cannot play in the AFC Cup. The trigger was because the club nicknamed Bajul Ijo did not have AFC Club Licensing 2022.
“PSSI, through the Exco meeting, made a decision, whether the decision was based on the AFC manual or something else. This is what we do not understand, if there is another basis, explain,” he said.
Source: Goal.com
