After Two Years of Hiatus, PIALA PRESIDEN 2022 Returns - INDOSIAR and Vidio Exclusively Broadcast 42 Matches

Kapanlagi.com - The world of Indonesian football continues to rise. INDOSIAR, as the home of Indonesian football, also participates in advancing the domestic football industry by broadcasting prestigious matches for the public to watch. Having successfully broadcasted a series of football competitions, starting from the 2021/2022 Liga 1 and Liga 2 seasons, which were held with strict health protocols and without spectators due to the pandemic, FIFA Timnas Matchday, and several friendly matches. This time, INDOSIAR is preparing to broadcast the most prestigious preseason tournament, the “PIALA PRESIDEN 2022”. After crowning Arema FC as the defending champion in 2019 and being halted for about two years due to the pandemic, the “PIALA PRESIDEN 2022” will soon be rolling with 18 of the best domestic clubs competing, including 3 clubs that were promoted from Liga 2 and will also compete in the “Liga 1 2022”.

The excitement of each club's supporters will also be felt even more in this year's “PIALA PRESIDEN 2022” as supporters now have the opportunity to watch the matches live from inside the stadium. The group stage, which also marks the start of the “PIALA PRESIDEN 2022” tournament, will take place on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at 3:30 PM WIB from the Manahan Solo Stadium, exclusively broadcasted on INDOSIAR and Vidio. The opening match will feature Persis Solo against PSS Sleman. On the same day, it's Arema FC's turn to prepare to face the challenge from PSM Makassar at 8 PM WIB from Kanjuruhan Malang Stadium. The group stage matches will run until Monday, June 27, 2022, presenting two matches every day exclusively broadcasted on INDOSIAR and Vidio.

Previously, PT Liga Indonesia Baru (LIB) as the operator of the “PIALA PRESIDEN 2022” officially appointed by PSSI (All-Indonesia Football Association) conducted the drawing process of the group division on May 29, 2022.PIALA PRESIDEN 2022 will take place in 4 cities, each becoming the host of the group stage. Solo City will be the location of the matches from Group A, and Persis Solo, a new contestant in the “PIALA PRESIDEN 2022”, was directly appointed as the host along with four other clubs, namely PSIS Semarang, Dewa United FC, Persita, and PSS Sleman. Meanwhile, Group B consists of Borneo FC Samarinda, PS.Barito Putera, Persija Jakarta, RANS Nusantara FC, and Madura United FC. Group B matches will take place in Samarinda, making Borneo FC Samarinda the host.

Persib Bandung is preparing to host three “giant” clubs from Group C, namely Bali United FC, Bhayangkara FC, and Persebaya Surabaya. Bandung City will witness the fierce competition between clubs from Group C. Meanwhile, Group D will compete in Malang City, making Arema FC the host by facing challenges from three visiting clubs, namely Persikabo 1973, PSM Makassar, and Persik Kediri. Later, the top eight clubs from each group will return to compete in the quarterfinals to compete for four tickets to the semifinals, leaving two clubs to compete for the prestigious “PIALA PRESIDEN 2022” trophy. In the quarterfinals, the matches will take place in one leg at the home of the champion of each group. Meanwhile, the semifinals and final will take place in two legs, namely home and away. Each club's supporters can once again feel the atmosphere of excitement on the green field by providing direct support inside the stadium.

1. Quality Entertainment for National Football Fans

Piala Presiden 2022 is ready to roll - Credit: Indosiar

The PSSI welcomes the start of the pre-season tournament titled “PIALA PRESIDEN 2022.” This will be an ideal warm-up for all Liga 1 clubs before the official competition starts next month,” said PSSI Chairman Mochamad Iriawan, who is also the Chairman of the Steering Committee (SC) for PIALA PRESIDEN 2022. Iriawan also asked all Liga 1 clubs to prepare to showcase their best performance. “Especially now that pre-season games can have spectators. With the presence of spectators, it will encourage all teams to play with more enthusiasm. I am confident that PIALA PRESIDEN 2022 will be exciting,” said Iriawan.

Another hope was expressed by the Chairman of the Organizing Committee (OC) for PIALA PRESIDEN 2022. “We hope that PIALA PRESIDEN 2022 can become a moment to revive the excitement of the 2022/2023 football season. This tournament is not only a pre-season preparation for Liga 1 clubs, but also quality entertainment for all national football fans. Whether it's entertainment for those watching from the screen or those who can once again attend the stadium,” explained Akhmad Hadian Lukita, Chairman of the Organizing Committee (OC) for PIALA PRESIDEN 2022.

2. Indosiar & Vidio Broadcast 34 Piala Presiden Matches

Piala Presiden 2022 is ready to roll - Credit: Indosiar

As the home of Indonesian football, INDOSIAR welcomes the airing of the most prestigious pre-season tournament in the country, the "PRESIDENT'S CUP 2022", with enthusiasm. This is evidenced by INDOSIAR's consistency in broadcasting this prestigious event since the first PRESIDENT'S CUP was rolled out. A total of 42 matches will be exclusively aired by INDOSIAR and Vidio, which will also accompany the rolling out of the "PRESIDENT'S CUP 2022" until the final round. INDOSIAR has prepared its prime time slot to broadcast all matches of the "PRESIDENT'S CUP 2022". This is our commitment to continue supporting the progress of football in the country. We believe that the "PRESIDENT'S CUP 2022" will be the most prestigious competition for the big clubs that will also compete in the 2022/2022 Liga 1, especially with the addition of 3 new contestants, namely Persis Solo, RANS Nusantara FC, and Dewa United FC, who also have loyal supporters. In addition, to make it more attractive and expand the audience, we will package the opening and closing of the 2022 President's Cup by combining sports elements, entertainment elements featuring famous artists, and Indonesian culture," said Harsiwi Achmad, Director of Programming SCM.

Important information for all loyal INDOSIAR viewers to continue watching extraordinary programs presented by INDOSIAR, viewers can switch to digital broadcasts. If viewers' television sets have not been able to receive digital broadcasts, viewers can immediately use a Set Top Box (STB) to enjoy better quality broadcasts. Let's prepare to switch to Indonesia's Clean, Clear, and Advanced Digital TV Broadcasts!

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