November 3rd, 2026 | Broadcast
MilkLife Strikers won the Singa Cup 2026 Girls U12 title by beating Selangor FC Academy A 2-1 in the final, and Locita Waranggani was named the category’s Most Valuable Player (MVP).
JURNAL GAYA – MilkLife Strikers succeeded in making a proud achievement by winning the Singa Cup 2026 Girls U12 category. The team from Indonesia confirmed the title after beating Selangor FC Academy A from Malaysia with a score of 2-1 in the final match at The Rainforest Hub, Singapore, Tuesday (3 November 2026).
This victory felt special because MilkLife Strikers previously had to concede defeat to Selangor FC Academy A with a score of 0-1 in the match the day before the final. However, this defeat did not make the players mentally decline. They were actually able to recover and avenge the results of the previous match by winning and winning the title.
MilkLife Strikers Rise and Conquer Selangor FC Academy A
MilkLife Strikers started the final match with a calm approach to the game. They relied on short passes to build attacks and tried to find gaps in the Selangor FC Academy A defense which appeared disciplined.
These efforts began to bear fruit in the ninth minute. Nadia S. Azzahra managed to take advantage of the shooting space to fire a volley which aimed at the bottom right corner of the Selangor goal. This goal gave MilkLife Strikers a 1-0 lead.
This advantage makes MilkLife Strikers even more confident. They maintained the intensity of the game and did not allow their opponents the freedom to develop attacks.
The pressure that continued to build finally produced another goal in the 20th minute. This time, Adelice Maureen managed to get her name on the scoreboard after her shot failed to be anticipated by the Selangor FC Academy A goalkeeper. MilkLife Strikers closed the first half with a 2-0 lead. These two goals were important assets for the team to face the second half.
Entering the second half of the match, both teams continued to try to create opportunities. Selangor FC Academy A steps up efforts to catch up, while MilkLife Strikers tries to maintain the lead.
Selangor finally managed to reduce the score with a goal in the 37th minute, or three minutes before the match ended. However, MilkLife Strikers was able to maintain its lead until the final whistle sounded.
The final score of 2-1 ensured that MilkLife Strikers emerged as champions of Singa Cup 2026 in the Girls U12 category. This result also served as revenge for the defeat they experienced against the same opponent the day before.
Jacksen F. Tiago Appreciates Player Mentality
MilkLife Strikers coach, Jacksen F. Tiago, appreciated the players’ performance and response after experiencing defeat in the previous match. According to him, the players were able to maintain focus and show a strong mentality when they returned to face Selangor FC Academy A.
I applaud the players’ performance today. Yesterday’s defeat did not really affect their mentality. It was proven that today they were able to stay focused and appear dominant in possession of the ball. Personally, I was satisfied with what they displayed throughout the tournament. On the field they were able to show a strong winning mentality even though they lost. Then off the field, their attitude was good and they were able to mix with each other. I congratulate the players, I hope this success will be an inspiration for other children in Indonesia.
Jacksen F. Tiago, MilkLife Strikers coach
This appreciation is not only aimed at the match results. Jacksen also highlighted the attitude of the players during the tournament, both when competing and when interacting outside the field.
According to him, the ability to maintain attitude and build togetherness is an important part of the experience that players gain while participating in international competitions.
Locita Waranggani Wins MVP Award
Apart from team success, MilkLife Strikers also recorded individual achievements. Locita Waranggani won the Most Valuable Player (MVP) Singa Cup 2026 award in the Girls U12 category.
The striker from Surabaya, East Java, scored two goals throughout the tournament. Her contribution was an important part of MilkLife Strikers’ journey to successfully bringing home the championship title.
Locita admitted that she was happy and grateful to be able to help the team achieve victory. The MVP award she received was also an achievement in itself after playing the match with her colleagues.
From the start, I just wanted to give the best possible performance for the team. That’s why I’m really happy that I was finally able to help the team win and win the MVP trophy. All of this is also thanks to the support of my friends on the team and the entire coaching staff too. Then to my parents at home who have supported me in playing football so far. After this, I will continue to try to improve my game by practicing more actively to hone my skills.
Locita Waranggani Olah Nismara, MilkLife Strikers player and Girls U12 MVP
Meanwhile, the Top Scorer award in the Girls U12 category was won by Chimedbaatar Gegeeelen from Lion City Sailors, Singapore.
A Foundation for the Development of Indonesian Girls’ Football
MilkLife Soccer Challenge Program Director, Teddy Tjahjono, considers the success of MilkLife Strikers at Singa Cup 2026 to be a positive achievement for the development of Indonesian women’s football.
According to him, the experience of competing in international competitions can provide valuable knowledge for young players. It is also hoped that this achievement will encourage more and more girls in Indonesia to get to know and pursue football.
Congratulations to the players and coaches on their success. Thank you also for all the hard work so far that has allowed MilkLife Strikers to become champions at Singa Cup. Hopefully what we have achieved here will be an inspiration for other children in Indonesia. We will keep taking steps like this in the years to come as a form of sustainable development from an early age. We can see for ourselves how Indonesian girls’ football has developed in recent years, from grassroots level to the national team. That means what has been done so far is indeed moving on the right track.
Teddy Tjahjono, MilkLife Soccer Challenge Program Director
Singa Cup is a youth football tournament that has been regularly held in Singapore since 2011. In the 2026 edition, 136 teams from 13 countries participated in this competition.
The Bakti Olahraga Djarum Foundation together with MilkLife sent MilkLife Strikers to compete in the Girls U12 category. The players who strengthen the team are selected players from the 2025/2026 MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars.
The Girls U12 Singa Cup 2026 category is attended by four teams competing using a round-robin league system on 1–3 November 2026.
MilkLife Strikers ended the competition as champion, followed by Selangor FC Academy A from Malaysia as runner-up. The third position is occupied by Lion City Sailors from Singapore, while Rato Bangala from Nepal is in fourth place.
This success is a valuable experience for the MilkLife Strikers players to continue to develop their abilities and competitive mentality. The title of champion in Singapore is also an achievement that is expected to inspire the development of Indonesian women’s football from an early age. ***
Source: Jurnal Gaya
