FIFA imposes heavy penalties on Indonesia, suspending two key players for four matches.
The Indonesian Football Association was fined 50,000 Swiss francs for fan misconduct after the match against Iraq; Thom Haye and Shayne Pattynama were each fined 5,000 francs and banned for four matches, missing FIFA Days in March and June.
FIFA has sanctioned the Indonesian Football Association (PSSI) and two naturalized players, Thom Haye and Shayne Pattynama, following an incident after the match against Iraq in the 2026 World Cup qualifying round 4. According to Bola, PSSI was fined 50,000 Swiss francs (approximately $61,000 USD) for fans throwing bottles onto the pitch. Thom Haye and Shayne Pattynama were each fined 5,000 Swiss francs and suspended for four matches for excessive reaction towards the referee.
Disciplinary decision after the match against Iraq
According to sources, at the end of the match against Iraq, Chinese referee Ma Ning issued direct red cards to both Thom Haye and Shayne Pattynama. The reason given was violent conduct during the match. As a result, FIFA imposed a fine of 5,000 Swiss francs on each player and a four-match suspension.
Impact on FIFA Days schedule
The four-match ban means the duo will miss the FIFA Days training camps in March and June next year, according to Bola. Indonesian media reports that they will only be able to return for the Southeast Asian Championship in July, significantly impacting the team's squad depth.
Developments and reactions
FIFA's decision came after PSSI was held responsible for match security, and two players received direct red cards for reacting to the refereeing team immediately after the match ended. According to Indonesian media, the disciplinary action against Thom Haye and Shayne Pattynama was considered "too harsh".
Bola commented: "Thom Haye and Shayne Pattynama have been banned by FIFA from participating in four official matches. This means they will definitely be absent from the Indonesian national team's next FIFA Matchday match."
Significance for the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign (Round 4)
With a packed schedule during FIFA Days, losing two players due to four-match suspensions presents a significant personnel challenge. The Indonesian national team will have to consider replacements for matches scheduled for FIFA in March and June, before considering reassembling the squad for the Southeast Asian Championship in July.
Organizational responsibility and disciplinary message
The 50,000 Swiss franc fine imposed on PSSI focuses on their responsibility for ensuring the security and safety of the match following the incident where fans threw bottles onto the pitch. This is part of FIFA's disciplinary framework for violations related to security and order in the stands.
Disciplinary statistics – key information
- PSSI: Fined 50,000 Swiss francs (equivalent to $61,000 USD) for fan misconduct after the match against Iraq.
- Thom Haye: Fined 5,000 Swiss francs and suspended for four matches for overreacting to referee Ma Ning.
- Shayne Pattynama: Fined 5,000 Swiss francs and suspended for 4 matches for the same reason.
- Absence period: Missed FIFA Days in March and June next year; expected return at the Southeast Asian Championship in July (according to Indonesian media).
The overall picture
The aforementioned disciplinary decisions directly impact the Indonesian national team's international competition plans in the short term. At the organizational level, the PSSI needs to review its stadium security procedures. At the professional level, the coaching staff must optimize the remaining personnel for the next two training camps before welcoming back the suspended players in July.