June 29th, 2026 | Broadcast
All-Stars Kudus retained the MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars 2026 title, and 34 of the tournament’s best players will be flown to SingaCup 2026, which runs from 31 October to 7 November.
Liputankudus.id. Kudus, 28 June 2026 – The series of girls’ football championships initiated by Bakti Olahraga Djarum Foundation and MilkLife, the MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars 2026, has been staged successfully. Held at Supersoccer Arena in Kudus, Central Java, from 23 to 28 June, All-Stars Kudus defended their crown after a fierce final against All-Stars Jakarta, finishing 0-0 (4-3) in a penalty shoot-out. All-Stars Surabaya took third place after beating All-Stars Yogyakarta 1-0.
PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir praised everyone who made the MilkLife Soccer Challenge a platform for developing girls’ football in Indonesia. In his view the tournament is not just a competition but a real step towards building a more inclusive and successful future for girls’ football.
PSSI has prepared a ten-year blueprint towards the 2035 Women’s World Cup. Now we are no longer only talking about plans; we are already moving with real action through programmes and competitions like the MilkLife Soccer Challenge. This progress can only be achieved through collaboration between the government, the private sector, communities, schools and parents. The MilkLife Soccer Challenge has become a real example of that collaboration.
Erick Thohir
MilkLife Soccer Challenge Program Director Teddy Tjahjono said the fierce matches from the group stage to the final of the MLSC All-Stars 2026 showed that the abilities of young girl footballers are becoming ever more even. This is inseparable from efforts to keep growing the girls’ football ecosystem in Indonesia through tiered, continuous tournaments. To scout even more talent, next season the MilkLife Soccer Challenge will expand with extra host cities: Jayapura, Garut and Jakarta, the latter split into two regions (East Jakarta and North Jakarta).
This season we saw very positive development, seen in matches that were more competitive from the group stage to the final, in the quality of play, and in the players’ spirit and mentality, and the abilities of the participants are more balanced. At the same time, support from parents, schools and relevant stakeholders is also growing. Many players now train regularly at football schools because they want to pursue the sport more seriously. This gives us confidence to widen our development reach by adding three host cities from next season.
Teddy Tjahjono
On to SingaCup 2026
As part of continuous development, Bakti Olahraga Djarum Foundation and MilkLife are again giving young athletes the chance to feel the atmosphere of international competition. After successfully sending two teams to JSSL Singapore 7’s 2025, where they finished runners-up, this year 34 of the best players from the MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars 2026 will be flown to SingaCup 2026, running from 31 October to 7 November. The event is one of the prestigious football tournaments in Asia, involving young talents from various countries, including several representatives of football academies in Indonesia.
MLSC All-Stars does not stop at the national round. We formed two teams made up of the best players identified by the talent-scouting team to play at SingaCup 2026. Through that competition, we hope the athletes will accelerate their abilities, improve their mentality and add to their international experience. The aim is to form more mature talents as part of regenerating Indonesia’s women’s national team.
Teddy Tjahjono
Head Coach Jacksen F. Tiago said talent scouting is not only about individual talent, but also understanding of the game and decision-making on the pitch. Although still at primary-school level, the players were already able to play with confidence and show maturity beyond their age group. For him, that is an important foundation for building a team to compete at the international level.
We are looking for players with potential in football intelligence. They must be able to adapt quickly to changes in the pattern of play, play effectively, be able to control the tempo and be dynamic. Maybe those criteria are quite complicated for primary-school players, but at MilkLife Soccer Challenge they were able to show them. Seeing their performances on the pitch, we are optimistic we can build a competitive, attractive team that can compete with other countries.
Jacksen F. Tiago
Business Unit Head Dairy at PT Global Dairi Alami, Didiet Fadriana Abdulkadir, praised the fighting spirit of all participants, who played their best from the first day. For him, every match was real proof that investment in early-age girls’ football development is beginning to bear fruit.
Their technique is more mature, their match mentality is tougher, and their sportsmanship is worth emulating.
Didiet Fadriana Abdulkadir
He passed on his pride in a message to the champions and the players selected to represent Indonesia at SingaCup 2026.
Congratulations to the champion team and the best players! You have shown extraordinary effort since the first day of the competition. Keep training, never stop dreaming, and always carry the #BeraniCetakGol (#DareToScore) spirit wherever you go.
Didiet Fadriana Abdulkadir
Didiet stressed that the MilkLife Soccer Challenge is more than a tournament: it is part of a bigger mission to find talented girl footballers from across Indonesia, season after season. “MilkLife is committed to supporting Indonesia in realising a golden generation in 2045, by providing the right nutritional intake,” he said.
A fierce final: All-Stars Kudus lift the trophy again
All-Stars Kudus and All-Stars Jakarta served up a high-intensity duel from kick-off. Both sides took turns to build attacks from midfield, relying on quick counter-attacks to break the other’s defence. Possession was evenly shared, while attempts to deliver crosses were often cut out by the discipline of each team’s back line. Although both created threatening chances, the finishing was not at its best.
All-Stars Kudus’s golden chance came in the ninth minute from a free kick by Renanthera Aluna Addya Putri, but Jakarta goalkeeper Erza Khalifa Sakhi still kept it out. Four minutes later Jakarta won a free kick after All-Stars Kudus striker Giada Soebianto fouled All-Stars Jakarta’s number 10, Albianca Raula, outside the penalty area. Unfortunately Albianca’s effort sailed over the bar. Both teams kept battling to repel each other’s attacks until the first half ended goalless.
After the break, both sides raised the intensity to take the MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars 2026 trophy home. All-Stars Jakarta threatened first with a direct shot from outside the box, while the midfield battle was still dominated by low passing. Even so, tight defensive lines meant attacks often died before reaching dangerous areas.
On the other side, All-Stars Kudus played more aggressively with high pressing, forcing Jakarta’s back line to dig in. In the 29th minute Jakarta captain Andien Haifa Syakira had to be taken off through injury and was replaced by supersub Aqila Alexa Putri. Her arrival did not lower the temperature. Near the end, a corner from Kudus captain Rere Zenita Farza could not break down Jakarta’s solid defence. The goalless scoreline held until the final whistle, so the match had to be decided on penalties. In the shoot-out All-Stars Kudus were calmer and secured a 4-3 win, taking the MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars 2026 title once again.
Kudus goalkeeper Queisha Sava Azzalfa said the penalty shoot-out routine had been part of the regular training ahead of the final. With solid preparation, she was grateful to have saved two of the opposition’s penalties and helped her team to the title.
The match was heated and went to penalties. But we were focused and had worked hard, and in the end we became champions.
Queisha Sava Azzalfa
All-Stars Kudus head coach Yayat Hidayat said his team’s success in winning the MilkLife Soccer All-Stars title again was down to his players’ fighting spirit. The thorough preparation in training, including the training centre held ahead of the tournament, built closeness among the players, which had a positive effect in the matches. He said this year’s MilkLife Soccer Challenge was a breath of fresh air for the growth of girls’ football in Indonesia, because it has helped almost all participants mature mentally.
Until now Indonesia has struggled to find girls’ football talent, and the MilkLife Soccer Challenge has really helped in getting the best players. That is certainly very positive, and I hope the MLSC will continue in the years ahead.
Yayat Hidayat
All-Stars Jakarta head coach Arifin said he remained proud of his team despite missing out on victory in the final, especially as the result was decided by penalties, which test the mentality of the takers more than technique.
Honestly we had no preparation at all for penalties. Even when choosing the takers, none of our players were ready, some even cried. But with the result, I am very proud of my team.
Arifin
All-Stars Surabaya take third place again
In the first half All-Stars Surabaya took the initiative first, dominating midfield. All-Stars Yogyakarta were forced to defend and pack the penalty area. Unfortunately Locita Waranggani Olah Nismara and her teammates failed to score, so the first half ended goalless.
In the second half Surabaya did not ease off. Agnia Nurul Fadhila Rohman finally broke the deadlock in the 23rd minute, making use of a long ball to the front of the opposition goal. Trailing by one, All-Stars Yogyakarta changed their pattern of play by using the wide areas. A few chances did arise, but they could not change the 1-0 scoreline in Surabaya’s favour until the final whistle. The result put All-Stars Surabaya in third place again, as they achieved last year.
Surabaya head coach Sai Dong said the win owed much to the mental strength of his players, who were able to bounce back quickly despite being hit by the semi-final defeat.
One thing I am even more grateful for is the children’s development. They are progressing well. Thank you to Djarum Foundation for organising this extraordinary event. For me this is a good thing for the development of women’s football, so it deserves to move up a level and make this nation proud.
Sai Dong
Continuing the dream in Singapore
Adiba Sanas Primayuga, one of the 16 U-12 players who will play at SingaCup 2026, said she was happy to compete at the international level. The All-Stars Samarinda captain, a defender, had not expected it, as it was her first MilkLife Soccer Challenge 2025-2026 and only one series was held in Samarinda. Seeing the U-12 line-up from other cities, she is optimistic about a positive result at SingaCup.
I didn’t know I could be selected, but for sure I’m happy, glad, a mix of feelings, I didn’t expect to be selected for Singapore. I didn’t expect to be coached directly by Coach Jacksen. We’re optimistic we can finish first there, because we already know each other.
Adiba Sanas Primayuga
Euis Siti Farhatus Sa’adah, who will be in the U-14 squad at SingaCup 2026, beamed when her name was called in the announcement of the selected players.
I really didn’t expect it, praise be to God. I thought I wouldn’t be picked, but it turned out my name was called by Coach Timo. I will fight as hard as I can to become a champion.
Euis Siti Farhatus Sa’adah
Winners of the MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars
- Champion: All-Stars Kudus
- Runner-up: All-Stars Jakarta
- Third place: All-Stars Surabaya
- Best Goalkeeper: Syafira Azzahra – All-Stars Surabaya
- Best Player: Sabrina Dwi Ristiyana – All-Stars Kudus
- Top Scorers (4 goals each): Garneta Falentina Imelda (All-Stars Malang), Giada Soebianto (All-Stars Kudus), Ika Wonda (All-Stars Solo), Nadia Shakila Azzahra (All-Stars Yogyakarta), Rara Zenita Fatin (All-Stars Kudus), Yumna Naziya Fina (All-Stars Semarang)
SingaCup 2026 line-up
MilkLife Strikers Girls U-12 (name – school – team – position)
- Kanaya Izzati Lathifa – SD Bukit Aksara Semarang – All-Stars Semarang – goalkeeper
- Shafira Althafunnisa Azzahra – SD Djama’atul Ichwan Surakarta – All-Stars Solo – goalkeeper
- Danisa Anindya Nuha Zahira – SD Nglarang Kab. Sleman – All-Stars Yogyakarta – defender
- Hafiza Khaira Lubna Lista – SDN Jambean 2 Pati – All-Stars Kudus – defender
- Andien Haifa Syakira – SD Cinta Kasih Tzu Chi Jakarta Barat – All-Stars Jakarta – defender
- Sabrina Dwi Ristiyana – SDN Jambean 2 Pati – All-Stars Kudus – defender
- Bilqis Nur Hidayah – SDN Klampis Ngasem 1 Surabaya – All-Stars Surabaya – defender
- Adiba Sanas Primayuga – SDN 002 Kota Samarinda – All-Stars Samarinda – defender
- Adelice Maureen Hanum Faisal – SDN Lowokwaru 3 Malang – All-Stars Malang – midfielder
- Keyla Azzahra Putri – SDN Sumberjaya 2 Bekasi – All-Stars Tangerang – midfielder
- Locita Waranggani Olah Nismara – SDN Pacarkeling V/186 Surabaya – All-Stars Surabaya – midfielder
- Jesshica – SDK Santa Maria Goretti Surabaya – All-Stars Surabaya – midfielder
- Emily Zitara – SDN Manukan Kulon Surabaya – All-Stars Surabaya – forward
- Ika Wonda – SD Kristen Manahan Surakarta – All-Stars Solo – forward
- Angelina P S Mongan – SDN Kunciran 4 Tangerang – All-Stars Tangerang – forward
- Nadia Shakila Azzahra – SD Muhammadiyah Karangploso Kab. Bantul – All-Stars Yogyakarta – forward
MilkLife Kickers Girls U-14 (name – school – team – position)
- Syafira Azzahra – SDN Rungkut Kidul II/581 Surabaya – All-Stars Surabaya – goalkeeper
- Queisha Sava Azzalfa – SDUT Bumi Kartini Jepara – All-Stars Kudus – goalkeeper
- Alika Nayla Putri Jabbar – SDN Manukan Kulon II/499 Surabaya – All-Stars Surabaya – defender
- Helga Cahya Yudi Sadira – SDN Kebayoran Lama Selatan 19 Jakarta Selatan – All-Stars Jakarta – defender
- Renanthera Aluna Addya Putri – SDUT Bumi Kartini Jepara – All-Stars Kudus – defender
- Giada Soebianto – Edison Elementary School USA – All-Stars Kudus – midfielder
- Garneta Falentina Imelda – SDN 1 Tumpakrejo Kab. Malang – All-Stars Malang – midfielder
- Rere Zenita Farza – SDUT Bumi Kartini Jepara – All-Stars Kudus – midfielder
- Ananda Nindy Dwi Berlian – SDN Lowokwaru 4 Malang – All-Stars Malang – midfielder
- Askana Sakhi Falihah – SDN 01 Daru Karangpandan Kab. Karanganyar – All-Stars Solo – midfielder
- Alisa Makaila Fakhira – SDN Margahayu 3 Bekasi – All-Stars Bekasi – midfielder
- Albianca Raula – SDN Kebagusan 03 Jakarta Selatan – All-Stars Jakarta – midfielder
- Riyanti Saffana Suryani – SDN 129 Rancasawo Margasari Bandung – All-Stars Bandung – midfielder
- Euis Siti Farhatus Sa’adah – SDN Mampang 2 Jakarta Selatan – All-Stars Jakarta – midfielder
- Yumna Naziya Fina – MII Karangsari Kab. Pekalongan – All-Stars Semarang – midfielder
- Anisa Tri Sholica – SDN Cideng 04 Jakarta Pusat – All-Stars Jakarta – forward
- Janeeta Alodya – SDN Sendangmulyo 04 Semarang – All-Stars Semarang – forward
- Rara Zenita Fatin – SDUT Bumi Kartini Jepara – All-Stars Kudus – forward
Source: Liputan Kudus
Article Link: https://www.liputankudus.id/2026/06/all-stars-kudus-pertahankan-gelar.html
June 29th, 2026 | Broadcast
The MilkLife Soccer Challenge (MLSC) All-Stars 2026 girls’ football event has produced 34 best players ready to be sent to the international stage of Singa Cup 2026 in Singapore.
29 June 2026 – The national tournament, contested by 12 teams from the host cities, was played at Supersoccer Arena, Kudus, Central Java, on 23-28 June 2026, as reported by Bola. Kudus All-Stars retained the title after beating Jakarta All-Stars 4-3 on penalties following a 0-0 draw in normal time. Third place went to Surabaya All-Stars, who beat Yogyakarta All-Stars 1-0.
As part of continuous development, the Bakti Olahraga Djarum Foundation and MilkLife are facilitating these young athletes to compete at international level. After sending a delegation to JSSL Singapore 7’s 2025, where it finished runners-up, this year 34 selected players from the U12 and U14 categories will fly to compete at Singa Cup 2026, scheduled for 31 October to 7 November.
MLSC All-Stars does not stop at the national round only.
Teddy Tjahjono, Project Director of MLSC, at the match venue on Sunday, 28 June 2026
The organisers then formed the best team composition based on the scouting team’s monitoring.
We are forming two teams made up of the best players monitored by the talent scouting team to compete at Singa Cup 2026.
Teddy Tjahjono
Sending young athletes abroad is projected to speed up competitive maturity and add international competition experience for long-term regeneration.
The experience aims to form more mature talent as part of the regeneration of the Indonesian Women’s National Team.
Teddy Tjahjono
MLSC Head Coach Jacksen F. Tiago added that the talent monitoring emphasised playing intelligence and the ability to make the right decisions on the pitch.
We look for players with potential in terms of intelligence. They must adapt quickly to changes in the pattern of play, be effective, manage tempo and be dynamic.
Jacksen F. Tiago
Although the participants are still in elementary school, the scouts judged that the tactical adaptation and maturity they showed already exceeded their age.
The assessment criteria may be quite complex for elementary-school-age players, but from MLSC they are able to show it.
Jacksen F. Tiago
MLSC head coach Timo Scheunemann also took part in selecting the talents to build a tough and attractive team.
Seeing the performance on the pitch, we are optimistic of building a team that is competitive, attractive and able to compete with other countries.
Jacksen F. Tiago
The 34 best MLSC All-Stars 2026 players
MilkLife Strikers Girls (U12):
- Kanaya Izzati Lathifa (goalkeeper), SD Bukit Aksara Semarang, All-Stars Semarang
- Shafira Althafunnisa Azzahra (goalkeeper), SD Djama’atul Ichwan Surakarta, All-Stars Solo
- Danisa Anindya Nuha Zahira (defender), SD Nglarang Kab. Sleman, All-Stars Yogyakarta
- Hafiza Khaira Lubna Lista (defender), SDN Jambean 2 Pati, All-Stars Kudus
- Andien Haifa Syakira (defender), SD Cinta Kasih Tzu Chi Jakarta Barat, All-Stars Jakarta
- Sabrina Dwi Ristiyana (defender), SDN Jambean 2 Pati, All-Stars Kudus
- Bilqis Nur Hidayah (defender), SDN Klampis Ngasem 1 Surabaya, All-Stars Surabaya
- Adiba Sanas Primayuga (defender), SDN 002 Kota Samarinda, All-Stars Samarinda
- Adelice Maureen Hanum Faisal (midfielder), SDN Lowokwaru 3 Malang, All-Stars Malang
- Keyla Azzahra Putri (midfielder), SDN Sumberjaya 2 Bekasi, All-Stars Tangerang
- Locita Waranggani Olah Nismara (midfielder), SDN Pacarkeling V/186 Surabaya, All-Stars Surabaya
- Jesshica (midfielder), SDK Santa Maria Goretti Surabaya, All-Stars Surabaya
- Emily Zitara (forward), SDN Manukan Kulon Surabaya, All-Stars Surabaya
- Ika Wonda (forward), SD Kristen Manahan Surakarta, All-Stars Solo
- Angelina P S Mongan (forward), SDN Kunciran 4 Tangerang, All-Stars Tangerang
- Nadia Shakila Azzahra (forward), SD Muhammadiyah Karangploso Kab. Bantul, All-Stars Yogyakarta
MilkLife Kickers Girls (U14):
- Syafira Azzahra (goalkeeper), SDN Rungkut Kidul II/581 Surabaya, All-Stars Surabaya
- Queisha Sava Azzalfa (goalkeeper), SDUT Bumi Kartini Jepara, All-Stars Kudus
- Alika Nayla Putri Jabbar (defender), SDN Manukan Kulon II/499 Surabaya, All-Stars Surabaya
- Helga Cahya Yudi Sadira (defender), SDN Kebayoran Lama Selatan 19 Jakarta Selatan, All-Stars Jakarta
- Renanthera Aluna Addya Putri (defender), SDUT Bumi Kartini Jepara, All-Stars Kudus
- Giada Soebianto (midfielder), Edison Elementary School USA, All-Stars Kudus
- Garneta Falentina Imelda (midfielder), SDN 1 Tumpakrejo Kab. Malang, All-Stars Malang
- Rere Zenita Farza (midfielder), SDUT Bumi Kartini Jepara, All-Stars Kudus
- Ananda Nindy Dwi Berlian (midfielder), SDN Lowokwaru 4 Malang, All-Stars Malang
- Askana Sakhi Falihah (midfielder), SDN 01 Daru Karangpandan Kab. Karanganyar, All-Stars Solo
- Alisa Makaila Fakhira (midfielder), SDN Margahayu 3 Bekasi, All-Stars Bekasi
- Albianca Raula (midfielder), SDN Kebagusan 03 Jakarta Selatan, All-Stars Jakarta
- Riyanti Saffana Suryani (midfielder), SDN 129 Rancasawo Margasari Bandung, All-Stars Bandung
- Euis Siti Farhatus Sa’adah (midfielder), SDN Mampang 2 Jakarta Selatan, All-Stars Jakarta
- Yumna Naziya Fina (midfielder), MII Karangsari Kab. Pekalongan, All-Stars Semarang
- Anisa Tri Sholica (forward), SDN Cideng 04 Jakarta Pusat, All-Stars Jakarta
- Janeeta Alodya (forward), SDN Sendangmulyo 04 Semarang, All-Stars Semarang
- Rara Zenita Fatin (forward), SDUT Bumi Kartini Jepara, All-Stars Kudus
Source: Akses.co.id (citing Bola; translated from Indonesian)
Article Link: https://www.akses.co.id/milklife-soccer-challenge-pemain-singa-cup
June 29th, 2026 | Broadcast
The MilkLife Soccer Challenge (MLSC) All-Stars 2026 has produced 34 of the best women’s footballers who will take the international stage at Singa Cup 2026.
Kompas.com, 29 June 2026, 10:10 WIB
KOMPAS.com – The MilkLife Soccer Challenge (MLSC) All-Stars 2026 has produced the 34 best female footballers who will take part in the international Singa Cup 2026.
The MLSC All-Stars 2026 youth girls’ football event, contested by 12 teams from the host cities, took place at Supersoccer Arena in Kudus, Central Java, on 23-28 June. All-Stars Kudus retained the title after a fierce final against All-Stars Jakarta, ending 0-0 (4-3) on penalties. All-Stars Surabaya took the third spot on the podium after beating All-Stars Yogyakarta 1-0.
Also read: Timo Scheunemann makes MLSC a forge for mental strength on the road to the Indonesian national team
As part of continuing development, organisers Bakti Olahraga Djarum Foundation and MilkLife again gave young athletes the chance to experience the atmosphere of international competition. After successfully sending two teams to the JSSL Singapore 7’s 2025, where they were runners-up, this year the 34 best MLSC All-Stars 2026 players are being flown to Singa Cup 2026, held from 31 October to 7 November. Singa Cup is one of the prestigious football tournaments in Asia involving young talents from various countries, including several representatives of football academies in Indonesia.
MLSC All-Stars does not stop at the national round only.
MLSC Project Director Teddy Tjahjono, speaking to the media at Supersoccer Arena, Kudus, Sunday (28/6/2026)
We formed two teams made up of the best players identified by the talent-scouting team to compete at Singa Cup 2026.
Teddy Tjahjono
Through the competition, the athletes are expected to accelerate their abilities, improve their mentality and add to their international experience.
The experience aims to form more mature talents as part of the regeneration of Indonesia’s women’s national team.
Teddy Tjahjono
MilkLife Soccer Challenge Head Coach Jacksen F Tiago said the talent scouting focuses not only on individual talent but also on understanding and decision-making on the pitch. Although still at primary-school level, the players were already able to play with confidence and show maturity beyond their age group. In his view, this is an important foundation for building a team to compete at the international level.
We are looking for players with potential in terms of intelligence. They must be able to adapt quickly to changes in the pattern of play, be effective, control the tempo and be dynamic.
Jacksen Tiago
Source: Kompas.com
Article Link: https://bola.kompas.com/read/2026/06/29/10104008/34-pemain-terbaik-mlsc-all-stars-2026-tatap-pentas-bergengsi-singa-cup
June 29th, 2026 | Broadcast
The MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars 2026 has ended in Kudus; All-Stars Malang went out in the quarter-finals, but three of their players made the squad for SingaCup 2026 in Singapore.
By Dya Ayu | Editor: Sudarma Adi
The article opens with two summary points:
- Tournament climax: the MilkLife Soccer Challenge (MLSC) All-Stars 2026 girls’ grassroots tournament officially ended at Supersoccer Arena, Kudus, Central Java, after running from 23 to 28 June 2026.
- Malang Raya’s proud achievement: although All-Stars Malang’s run ended in the quarter-finals with a 0-4 loss to Jakarta, three of their players won over the talent-scouting team and were selected for the squad for the international SingaCup 2026 tournament (31 October – 7 November 2026).
TRIBUNJATIM.COM, BATU – The prestigious girls’ grassroots tournament, the MilkLife Soccer Challenge All Stars 2026, held at Supersoccer Arena in Kudus, Central Java, from 23 June, officially ended on Sunday (28/6/2026).
All Stars Kudus emerged as defending champions after overcoming stiff resistance from All-Stars Jakarta in a penalty shoot-out that ended 4-3 (0-0).
Although the run of All Stars Malang, backed by talented schoolgirls from Malang City, Malang Regency and Batu City, ended in the quarter-finals when they conceded to Jakarta 0-4, grassroots development in the Malang Raya area still produced a proud result.
Three girls from Malang Raya won over the national talent-scouting team led by Jacksen F Tiago and Timo Scheunemann. They are Adelice Maureen Hanum Faisal (SDN Lowokwaru 3 Malang), Garneta Falentina Imelda (SDN 1 Tumpakrejo, Malang Regency) and Ananda Nindy Dwi Berlian (SDN Lowokwaru 4 Malang).
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The three young talents were officially chosen among the 34 best players nationally projected to represent Indonesia at the international SingaCup 2026 in Singapore from 31 October to 7 November 2026. Notably, Garneta Falentina also won the tournament Top Scorer title with 4 goals.
PSSI prepares blueprint towards the 2035 Women’s World Cup
The successful running of this grassroots competition drew direct praise from PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir. He said MLSC has become a new beacon of strategic collaboration in building an inclusive, achievement-oriented future for women’s football.
PSSI has prepared a 10-year blueprint towards the 2035 Women’s World Cup. Now we are no longer just talking about plans on paper, but have moved with concrete action through sustainable programmes and competitions like this MilkLife Soccer Challenge. This progress is the fruit of real collaboration between the government, the private sector, communities, schools, and the big role of parents.
Erick Thohir, Sunday (28/6/2026)
Likewise, MilkLife Soccer Challenge Program Director Teddy Tjahjono added that the high tension and the increasingly even balance of strength from the group stage to the final prompt high optimism. The organisers therefore confirmed that next season they will expand development to areas outside Java, namely Jayapura and Garut, and split the Jakarta region into East Jakarta and North Jakarta.
The experience of competing at an international level like SingaCup is expected to accelerate their abilities, mature their mentality and add to their international experience. This is an important foundation for the regeneration of Indonesia’s women’s national team in the future.
Teddy Tjahjono
The talent-scouting team’s high standards
MilkLife Soccer Challenge Head Coach Jacksen F Tiago explained that the criteria for choosing the 34 players taken to Singapore are not based on physical superiority or individual talent alone, but put playing intelligence (football intelligence) first.
We are looking for players who can adapt quickly to changes in the pattern of play on the pitch, play effectively, dynamically, and know how to control the tempo of the game. These criteria may sound complicated for primary school children, but through the MilkLife Soccer Challenge they were able to prove it very well. We are optimistic this team will be competitive at …
Jacksen F Tiago
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Source: Tribun Jatim
June 29th, 2026 | Broadcast
Kudus All-Stars retained the MilkLife Soccer Challenge (MLSC) All-Stars 2026 title, beating Jakarta All-Stars 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw in the final.
KUDUS, 29 June 2026 – The final was played at Supersoccer Arena, Kudus, Central Java, on 28 June. The early-age girls’ football tournament, initiated by the Bakti Olahraga Djarum Foundation and MilkLife, ran from 23 to 28 June. Surabaya All-Stars took third place, beating Yogyakarta 1-0.
Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) Chairman Erick Thohir praised the organisation of MLSC as a development platform for Indonesian girls’ football, saying the competition is an important part of achieving PSSI’s target of reaching the 2035 Women’s World Cup.
PSSI has prepared a 10-year blueprint towards the 2035 Women’s World Cup. Now we are not only talking about plans but already moving through programmes and competitions such as MLSC. This progress can only be achieved through collaboration between government, the private sector, communities, schools and parents.
Erick Thohir, PSSI Chairman
MLSC Program Director Teddy Tjahjono said the quality of competition between participants has become more even, evidence that early-age girls’ football development is moving in a positive direction. Next season MLSC will expand with three more cities: Jayapura, Garut, and Jakarta, split into two regions, East Jakarta and North Jakarta.
This season’s matches were increasingly competitive from the group phase to the final. Ability, competitive mentality, and support from parents, schools and various stakeholders also keep growing. That is why we are optimistic about expanding the reach of development.
Teddy Tjahjono
As part of continuing development, the Bakti Olahraga Djarum Foundation and MilkLife will send the 34 best MLSC All-Stars 2026 players to SingaCup 2026 in Singapore from 31 October to 7 November. Teddy explained the selected players will be divided into two teams based on the scouting team’s monitoring. Taking part in SingaCup is expected to improve technical ability, competitive mentality and international experience as part of the regeneration of the Indonesian women’s national team.
MLSC Head Coach Jacksen F. Tiago said the selection looked not only at individual ability but also playing intelligence, decision making and the ability to adapt on the pitch.
We look for players with football intelligence, who can read the game, manage the tempo and adapt quickly. Seeing their performance, we are optimistic we can build a competitive team to compete at international level.
Jacksen F. Tiago, MLSC Head Coach
Business Unit Head Dairy of PT Global Dairi Alami, Didiet Fadriana Abdulkadir, praised the fighting spirit of all participants, who showed significant development in technique, competitive mentality and sportsmanship. He stressed that MLSC is part of the company’s commitment to supporting girls’ football development and to realising Indonesia’s golden generation of 2045 through support for sport and good nutrition.
Source: Jurnal Kalimantan (press release, translated from Indonesian)
June 29th, 2026 | Broadcast
The shaping of the future of Indonesian girls’ football has entered a new chapter after 34 young players were selected to compete internationally. Quoting Suara, the U-12 and U-14 talents are scheduled to travel to Singapore to compete in SingaCup 2026.
29 June 2026 – The best players were chosen through tough selection at the MilkLife Soccer Challenge (MLSC) All-Stars 2026 at Supersoccer Arena, Kudus, Central Java, from 23 to 28 June. The programme, initiated by the Bakti Olahraga Djarum Foundation with MilkLife, is designed to forge competitive mentality and give international experience from an early age.
Former national coach Jacksen F. Tiago was entrusted to lead the selection directly as head coach, ensuring objective assessment focused on the technical quality and performance of the young athletes. The scouting team prioritised not only individual ability on the pitch but also players’ intelligence in reading match situations. Decision making is a crucial point for coping with the pressure of competition in Singapore.
We look for players with potential in terms of football intelligence; they must be able to adapt quickly to changes in the pattern of play.
Jacksen F. Tiago
Although most of the players are still in elementary school, they are judged able to deliver dynamic and effective play.
Seeing their performance on the pitch, we are optimistic of building a team that is competitive, attractive and able to compete with other countries.
Jacksen F. Tiago
PSSI support on the road to the Women’s World Cup
The early-age development step drew positive appreciation from PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir. The competition programme is seen as in line with the federation’s long-term blueprint, which targets the Indonesian women’s national team reaching the 2035 Women’s World Cup.
We are no longer just talking about plans, but already moving with real action through programmes and competitions such as MilkLife Soccer Challenge.
Erick Thohir
Solid collaboration between the private sector, educational institutions and parents is seen as the main pillar in producing a golden generation of national girls’ footballers. The success of this year’s series also encourages the organisers to expand the competition to new cities such as Jayapura and Garut next season.
Players’ enthusiasm for Singapore
The 34-player squad was announced after the final in which Kudus All-Stars took the title, beating Jakarta All-Stars on penalties. The tight contest in the final reflects talent quality that is increasingly evenly distributed across regions.
I did not expect to be selected for Singapore, especially coached directly by Coach Jacksen. We are optimistic we can be number one there.
Adiba Sanas Primayuga, captain of Samarinda All-Stars
Euis Siti Farhatus Sa’adah, a member of the U-14 team, voiced the same spirit, ambitious to give her maximum performance in defence of the red-and-white flag.
Long-term commitment to regeneration
The high interest in girls’ football is reflected in the 25,727 participants across the MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars 2026 season. MilkLife Soccer Challenge Program Director Teddy Tjahjono underlined that the tournament puts sustained regeneration of the national team above short-lived trophies.
The international experience at SingaCup aims to form more mature talent as part of the regeneration of the Indonesian Women’s National Team.
Teddy Tjahjono
Besides technical maturing, the organisers also ensure the athletes’ nutrition needs are met to support their growth. The main focus of the 34 players is now entirely on physical and mental preparation for SingaCup 2026, held from 31 October to 7 November.
Squad chosen for SingaCup 2026
MilkLife Strikers Girls U-12:
- Kanaya Izzati Lathifa (Semarang)
- Shafira Althafunnisa Azzahra (Solo)
- Danisa Anindya Nuha Zahira (Yogyakarta)
- Hafiza Khaira Lubna Lista (Kudus)
- Andien Haifa Syakira (Jakarta)
- Sabrina Dwi Ristiyana (Kudus)
- Bilqis Nur Hidayah (Surabaya)
- Adiba Sanas Primayuga (Samarinda)
- Adelice Maureen Hanum Faisal (Malang)
- Keyla Azzahra Putri (Tangerang)
- Locita Waranggani Olah Nismara (Surabaya)
- Jesshica (Surabaya)
- Emily Zitara (Surabaya)
- Ika Wonda (Solo)
- Angelina P S Mongan (Tangerang)
- Nadia Shakila Azzahra (Yogyakarta)
MilkLife Kickers Girls U-14:
- Syafira Azzahra (Surabaya)
- Queisha Sava Azzalfa (Kudus)
- Alika Nayla Putri Jabbar (Surabaya)
- Helga Cahya Yudi Sadira (Jakarta)
- Renanthera Aluna Addya Putri (Kudus)
- Giada Soebianto (Kudus)
- Garneta Falentina Imelda (Malang)
- Rere Zenita Farza (Kudus)
- Ananda Nindy Dwi Berlian (Malang)
- Askana Sakhi Falihah (Solo)
- Alisa Makaila Fakhira (Bekasi)
- Albianca Raula (Jakarta)
- Riyanti Saffana Suryani (Bandung)
- Euis Siti Farhatus Sa’adah (Jakarta)
- Yumna Naziya Fina (Semarang)
- Anisa Tri Sholica (Jakarta)
- Janeeta Alodya (Semarang)
- Rara Zenita Fatin (Kudus)
Source: Koran Manado (citing Suara; translated from Indonesian)
Article Link: https://www.koranmanado.co.id/jacksen-tiago-pilih-pemain-singacup
June 29th, 2026 | Broadcast
Jacksen F Tiago has officially picked the 34 best players from the MilkLife Soccer Challenge 2026. They will represent Indonesia at SingaCup 2026 in Singapore.
POJOKPAPUA.ID – A total of 34 young female footballers from the MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars 2026 have officially been selected to represent Indonesia at SingaCup in Singapore. The talented players from the under-12 (U-12) and under-14 (U-14) age groups are scheduled to compete in the international competition from 31 October to 7 November 2026.
The strict selection process was led in person by head coach Jacksen F Tiago at the Supersoccer Arena, Kudus, Central Java, from 23 to 28 June. The activity, initiated by Bakti Olahraga Djarum Foundation together with MilkLife, as reported by Suara, is designed to train the mental side and give the young athletes international experience.
The coaching team applied high standards that did not focus only on the players’ individual technique. Intelligence in reading match situations and accurate decision-making on the pitch were the main deciding factors during the screening.
We are looking for players with potential in terms of football intelligence; they must be able to adapt quickly to changes in the pattern of play.
Jacksen F Tiago
Although most of the players are still at primary school, their dynamic performances and effective play on the pitch were rated positively by the talent scouts.
Looking at their performances on the pitch, we are optimistic about building a team that is competitive, attractive and able to compete with other countries.
Jacksen F Tiago
PSSI support on the road to the Women’s World Cup
The development programme received a positive response from the chairman of the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI), Erick Thohir, who called it a real part of the blueprint for the progress of national women’s football. PSSI has a long-term target for Indonesia to reach the Women’s World Cup stage by 2035.
We are no longer just talking about plans; we are already moving with real action through programmes and competitions such as the MilkLife Soccer Challenge.
Erick Thohir, PSSI chairman
Erick Thohir added that synergy between the private sector, schools and parents is an important pillar in producing a golden generation of female footballers. The high enthusiasm has led the organisers to plan to expand the competition to new cities such as Jayapura and Garut next season.
Players excited about Singapore
The names of the selected players were announced after the All-Stars Kudus team secured the title through a penalty shoot-out against All-Stars Jakarta. The tight contest in the final showed that quality among female footballers is now spread more evenly across the regions.
I didn’t expect to be picked for Singapore either, especially to be coached directly by Coach Jacksen. We are optimistic we can be champions there.
Adiba Sanas Primayuga, captain of All-Stars Samarinda
Similar optimism was shown by Euis Siti Farhatus Sa’adah, a member of the U-14 squad, who is determined to give her best to bring good credit to Indonesia on the international stage.
A long-term commitment to regeneration
Overall, the MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars 2026 attracted a total of 25,727 participants this season. The figure is a strong indicator of girls’ growing interest in football.
MilkLife Soccer Challenge Program Director Teddy Tjahjono stressed that the main aim of the event is to keep the regeneration of Indonesia’s women’s national team going on a continuing basis.
The international experience at SingaCup aims to shape more mature talent as part of the regeneration of the Indonesian women’s national team.
Teddy Tjahjono, MilkLife Soccer Challenge Program Director
MilkLife Strikers Girls U-12
- Kanaya Izzati Lathifa (Semarang)
- Shafira Althafunnisa Azzahra (Solo)
- Danisa Anindya Nuha Zahira (Yogyakarta)
- Hafiza Khaira Lubna Lista (Kudus)
- Andien Haifa Syakira (Jakarta)
- Sabrina Dwi Ristiyana (Kudus)
- Bilqis Nur Hidayah (Surabaya)
- Adiba Sanas Primayuga (Samarinda)
- Adelice Maureen Hanum Faisal (Malang)
- Keyla Azzahra Putri (Tangerang)
- Locita Waranggani Olah Nismara (Surabaya)
- Jesshica (Surabaya)
- Emily Zitara (Surabaya)
- Ika Wonda (Solo)
- Angelina P S Mongan (Tangerang)
- Nadia Shakila Azzahra (Yogyakarta)
MilkLife Kickers Girls U-14
- Syafira Azzahra (Surabaya)
- Queisha Sava Azzalfa (Kudus)
- Alika Nayla Putri Jabbar (Surabaya)
- Helga Cahya Yudi Sadira (Jakarta)
- Renanthera Aluna Addya Putri (Kudus)
- Giada Soebianto (Kudus)
- Garneta Falentina Imelda (Malang)
- Rere Zenita Farza (Kudus)
- Ananda Nindy Dwi Berlian (Malang)
- Askana Sakhi Falihah (Solo)
- Alisa Makaila Fakhira (Bekasi)
- Albianca Raula (Jakarta)
- Riyanti Saffana Suryani (Bandung)
- Euis Siti Farhatus Sa’adah (Jakarta)
- Yumna Naziya Fina (Semarang)
- Anisa Tri Sholica (Jakarta)
- Janeeta Alodya (Semarang)
- Rara Zenita Fatin (Kudus)
Author: Fajar Sidik. Source: PojokPapua.id, citing Suara (translated from Indonesian)
Article Link: https://www.pojokpapua.id/jacksen-tiago-pilih-pemain-putri-singacup
June 29th, 2026 | Broadcast
Jacksen F. Tiago has chosen the 34 best players from the MilkLife Soccer Challenge (MLSC) All-Stars 2026.
29 June 2026 – The players from the U-12 and U-14 categories will represent Indonesia at SingaCup 2026 in Singapore. The competition is scheduled for 31 October to 7 November. The selection was made through tight screening during the All-Stars tournament at Supersoccer Arena, Kudus, Central Java, on 23-28 June. The programme was initiated by the Bakti Olahraga Djarum Foundation and MilkLife to sharpen competitive mentality and give international experience.
Jacksen F. Tiago’s selection criteria
The coaching team looked not only for players with outstanding individual ability but also for intelligence in reading match situations. The ability to take decisions on the pitch is an important aspect for facing the competition in Singapore.
We look for players with potential in terms of football intelligence; they must be able to adapt quickly to changes in the pattern of play.
Jacksen F. Tiago
Although still in elementary school, the players are judged to have shown dynamic and effective performances.
Seeing their performance on the pitch, we are optimistic of building a team that is competitive, attractive and able to compete with other countries.
Jacksen F. Tiago
PSSI support towards the Women’s World Cup
PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir praised the programme as part of the blueprint for developing Indonesian girls’ football. PSSI is running a long-term programme to achieve the target of appearing at the 2035 Women’s World Cup.
We are no longer just talking about plans, but have moved with real action through programmes and competitions such as MilkLife Soccer Challenge.
Erick Thohir
Source: Viv.co.id (translated from Indonesian)
Article Link: https://www.viv.co.id/read/147947/jacksen-f-tiago-pilih-34-talenta-terbaik-mlsc-2026-untuk-singacup
June 29th, 2026 | Broadcast
Jacksen F. Tiago has selected the 34 best players from the MilkLife Soccer Challenge (MLSC) All-Stars 2026 to represent Indonesia at SingaCup 2026, which runs in Singapore from 31 October to 7 November.
The article opens with three summary points:
- Jacksen F. Tiago chose the 34 best players from the 2026 MilkLife Soccer Challenge to represent Indonesia at SingaCup in Singapore.
- The young U-12 and U-14 players will compete in Singapore from 31 October to 7 November.
- The programme aims to sharpen competitive mentality and international experience as part of the long-term target of the Women’s World Cup.
Suara.com – A big step in taking Indonesian young female footballers to the international level has officially begun, after Jacksen F. Tiago picked the 34 best players from the MilkLife Soccer Challenge (MLSC) All-Stars 2026.
Dozens of talented players in the U-12 and U-14 categories are scheduled to fly to Singapore to take part in the prestigious SingaCup 2026 from 31 October to 7 November.
The players were chosen through a strict selection process throughout the All-Stars tournament held at Supersoccer Arena in Kudus, Central Java, from 23 to 28 June.
The development programme, initiated by Bakti Olahraga Djarum Foundation and MilkLife, aims to sharpen competitive mentality while giving international experience to Indonesia’s future female stars. Having Jacksen F. Tiago as head coach ensured the selection process was objective and put technical quality first.
Jacksen F. Tiago’s selection criteria
In the talent search, the coaching team was looking not only for players with outstanding individual ability but also for intelligence in reading the game. The ability to make decisions on the pitch was one of the key aspects considered for the competition in Singapore.
We are looking for players with potential in terms of football intelligence; they must be able to adapt quickly to changes in the pattern of play.
Jacksen F. Tiago
Although still in primary school, the players were judged to have shown dynamic and effective performances on the pitch.
Seeing their performance on the pitch, we are optimistic about building a team that is competitive, attractive and able to compete with other countries.
Jacksen F. Tiago
Support from PSSI on the road to the Women’s World Cup
Erick Thohir said collaboration between the private sector, schools and parents is the key to producing a golden generation of Indonesian women’s football.
The success of this year’s event has also prompted the organisers to extend the MilkLife Soccer Challenge to several new cities, such as Jayapura and Garut, next season.
Excitement about going to Singapore
The announcement of the 34 selected players came after All-Stars Kudus emerged as champions, beating All-Stars Jakarta in a dramatic penalty shoot-out. The tight final showed that the quality of players from across Indonesia is becoming ever more even.
Pride and emotion were felt by the players who made the squad for Singapore.
I didn’t expect to be selected for Singapore, especially to be coached directly by Coach Jacksen. We are optimistic we can come first there.
Adiba Sanas Primayuga, captain of All-Stars Samarinda
Euis Siti Farhatus Sa’adah, who made the U-14 squad, said something similar and is determined to give her best performance to make Indonesia proud.
A long-term commitment to renewal
The MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars 2026 involved a total of 25,727 participants this season, showing the high interest of girls in football.
Teddy Tjahjono, Program Director of the MilkLife Soccer Challenge, stressed that the event is not just about chasing achievements but part of the process of renewing the Indonesian women’s national team.
The international experience at SingaCup is aimed at shaping more mature talents as part of the regeneration of the Indonesian women’s national team.
Teddy Tjahjono
Besides technical development, the organisers also ensured that the nutritional needs of the young athletes are a main concern, to support their growth towards the 2045 golden generation.
The main focus of the 34 selected players is now preparing physically and mentally before appearing at SingaCup 2026 in late October.
The 34 players selected for SingaCup 2026
MilkLife Strikers Girls U-12:
- Kanaya Izzati Lathifa (Semarang)
- Shafira Althafunnisa Azzahra (Solo)
- Danisa Anindya Nuha Zahira (Yogyakarta)
- Hafiza Khaira Lubna Lista (Kudus)
- Andien Haifa Syakira (Jakarta)
- Sabrina Dwi Ristiyana (Kudus)
- Bilqis Nur Hidayah (Surabaya)
- Adiba Sanas Primayuga (Samarinda)
- Adelice Maureen Hanum Faisal (Malang)
- Keyla Azzahra Putri (Tangerang)
- Locita Waranggani Olah Nismara (Surabaya)
- Jesshica (Surabaya)
- Emily Zitara (Surabaya)
- Ika Wonda (Solo)
- Angelina P S Mongan (Tangerang)
- Nadia Shakila Azzahra (Yogyakarta)
MilkLife Kickers Girls U-14:
- Syafira Azzahra (Surabaya)
- Queisha Sava Azzalfa (Kudus)
- Alika Nayla Putri Jabbar (Surabaya)
- Helga Cahya Yudi Sadira (Jakarta)
- Renanthera Aluna Addya Putri (Kudus)
- Giada Soebianto (Kudus)
- Garneta Falentina Imelda (Malang)
- Rere Zenita Farza (Kudus)
- Ananda Nindy Dwi Berlian (Malang)
- Askana Sakhi Falihah (Solo)
- Alisa Makaila Fakhira (Bekasi)
- Albianca Raula (Jakarta)
- Riyanti Saffana Suryani (Bandung)
- Euis Siti Farhatus Sa’adah (Jakarta)
- Yumna Naziya Fina (Semarang)
- Anisa Tri Sholica (Jakarta)
- Janeeta Alodya (Semarang)
- Rara Zenita Fatin (Kudus)
Source: Suara.com
June 29th, 2026 | Broadcast
A penalty shoot-out kept the crown in Kudus at the MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars 2026, and 34 of the best players will continue on to SingaCup 2026 in Singapore.
RADARSEMARANG.ID, Kudus – Cheers echoed around Supersoccer Arena in Kudus on Sunday (28/6). The tension of the MilkLife Soccer Challenge (MLSC) All-Stars 2026 final finally broke when All-Stars Jakarta’s last penalty failed to find the net. All-Stars Kudus confirmed they had retained the title with a 4-3 win on penalties after a goalless draw in normal time.
The victory was more than keeping the trophy. The girls’ grassroots tournament initiated by Bakti Olahraga Djarum Foundation together with MilkLife again produced young female footballers projected to become the backbone of Indonesia’s women’s national team. The 34 best players from the talent scouting are confirmed to represent Indonesia at SingaCup 2026 in Singapore from 31 October to 7 November.
From kick-off, Kudus and Jakarta served up a high-intensity duel. Both sides were disciplined, relying on quick counter-attacks and short passing from midfield. Tight defences made golden chances hard to create.
All-Stars Kudus threatened with a free kick from Renanthera Aluna Addya Putri in the ninth minute, but Jakarta goalkeeper Erza Khalifa Sakhi was able to secure the ball. Four minutes later it was Albianca Raula’s turn to take a free kick for Jakarta, but the ball sailed just over the bar.
In the second half the tempo rose. Kudus applied high pressing while Jakarta relied on long-range shots. Both teams kept pressing, but disciplined back lines kept the score at 0-0 until the final whistle.
The penalty shoot-out was decisive. Under the bar, Queisha Sava Azzalfa was brilliant, saving two kicks from Jakarta players. Kudus finally won 4-3 and lifted the trophy again.
The match was heated and went to penalties. But we were focused and worked hard, and in the end we became champions.
Queisha
All-Stars Kudus head coach Yayat Hidayat said retaining the title came from long preparation, including a training centre that made the players’ cohesion stronger.
Indonesia has struggled to find girls’ football talent. With this MilkLife Soccer Challenge, it really helps to find the best players. I hope MLSC continues in the years ahead.
Yayat Hidayat
All-Stars Jakarta coach Arifin, by contrast, said he was proud of his players’ effort despite failing to bring home the trophy.
Honestly we had no preparation at all for penalties. Even when choosing the takers, none of our players were ready, some even cried. But with the result I am very proud of my team.
Arifin
In the third-place match, All-Stars Surabaya repeated last season’s achievement by beating All-Stars Yogyakarta 1-0 through a goal from Agnia Nurul Fadhila Rohman.
Behind the fierce competition, MLSC All-Stars 2026 again showed positive development in Indonesian women’s football. PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir said the competition is an important part of realising PSSI’s blueprint towards the 2035 Women’s World Cup.
PSSI has prepared a 10-year blueprint towards the 2035 Women’s World Cup. Now we are no longer just talking about plans, but have moved with concrete action through programmes and competitions like the MilkLife Soccer Challenge. This progress can only be achieved through collaboration between the government, the private sector, communities, schools and parents.
Erick Thohir
Program Director Teddy Tjahjono said the quality of matches this season improved sharply. Competition between cities is more even, and players’ technical ability and match mentality have developed.
This season we saw very positive development. Matches were more competitive from the group stage to the final, and the quality of play, spirit and mentality improved. At the same time, support from parents, schools and stakeholders is also growing. That is why next season we are expanding to Jayapura, Garut and two new regions in Jakarta.
Teddy Tjahjono
According to Teddy, player development does not stop at the national level. The 34 best players were chosen by the talent-scouting team to strengthen two Indonesian teams at SingaCup 2026.
MLSC All-Stars does not stop at the national round. We formed two teams filled with the best players identified by talent scouting to compete at SingaCup 2026. The experience is expected to improve their ability, mentality and international exposure as part of the regeneration of Indonesia’s women’s national team.
Teddy Tjahjono
MLSC Head Coach Jacksen F. Tiago explained that the selection looks not only at technical ability but also at playing intelligence (football intelligence), the ability to read the game and decision-making on the pitch.
We look for players who can adapt quickly to changes in the game, play effectively, control the tempo and be dynamic. Seeing their performance on the pitch, we are optimistic about building a competitive team that can compete with other countries.
Jacksen F. Tiago
Business Unit Head Dairy at PT Global Dairi Alami, Didiet Fadriana Abdulkadir, praised the improvement in the quality of the participants throughout the tournament.
Their technique is getting more mature, their match mentality is getting tougher, and their sportsmanship deserves emulation. Congratulations to the winning team and the best players. Keep training, never stop dreaming, and always carry the #BeraniCetakGol spirit wherever you go.
Didiet Fadriana Abdulkadir
Besides announcing the winners, the organisers also released the 34 best players who will represent Indonesia at SingaCup 2026. They are split into the MilkLife Strikers Girls U-12 squad of 16 players and the MilkLife Kickers Girls U-14 squad of 18 players, from Kudus, Surabaya, Semarang, Solo, Yogyakarta, Jakarta, Tangerang, Bekasi, Bandung, Malang and Samarinda.
The Semarang contingent was one of the biggest contributors of players outside Kudus. Kanaya Izzati Lathifa was chosen as the U-12 goalkeeper, while Janeeta Alodya and Yumna Naziya Fina strengthen the U-14 squad. Yumna also made her name as one of the tournament’s top scorers with four goals, level with Garneta Falentina Imelda (Malang), Giada Soebianto (Kudus), Ika Wonda (Solo), Nadia Shakila Azzahra (Yogyakarta) and Rara Zenita Fatin (Kudus).
Meanwhile, the best player award went to Sabrina Dwi Ristiyana of All-Stars Kudus. The best goalkeeper title went to Syafira Azzahra of All-Stars Surabaya. All-Stars Kudus were champions, followed by All-Stars Jakarta as runners-up and All-Stars Surabaya in third place.
The end of the MilkLife Soccer Challenge All-Stars 2026 marks that girls’ grassroots football development in Indonesia keeps moving in a more promising direction. From Kudus, the dreams of young female footballers now continue to Singapore, carrying hopes of a new generation that will one day fill the squad of Indonesia’s women’s national team. (fgr)
Editor: Baskoro Septiadi
Source: Radar Semarang
