Posts with tag: Football

Talking Indonesia: the Kanjuruhan football disaster

Why would police use tear gas in a sold-out stadium, and what accountability is likely after the death of so many fans? Dr Dave McRae speaks to Usman Hamid and Yogi Setya Permana in the wake of the Kanjuruhan tragedy.

The toxic masculinity of Indonesia’s police was on full display in Malang

Gender, Security, Top Stories

Australia should reflect on its role in financing and militarising Indonesia's police force.

The disposable lives of Indonesian football fans

Security, Society, Top Stories

The tragedy in Malang was entirely avoidable. Sadly, those culpable will likely escape without appropriate punishment.

Indonesian football: a matter of life and death

Analysis, Society

The brutal death of Persija supporter Haringga Sirla at the hands of rival Persib supporters in September attracted national and international attention. But two months on, has anything been done to prevent further violence? Dr Andy Fuller looks at the problems plaguing Indonesian domestic football.

Talking Indonesia: football and fan culture

Society, Talking Indonesia

Despite the many problems of its domestic leagues, Indonesia has a strong and passionate football fan culture. Who exactly supports football and in what ways? What can be done to improve the game, for supporters and players? Dr Ken Setiawan discusses these issues and more with Dr Andy Fuller in the latest episode of Talking Indonesia.