Jordan vs Indonesia Friendly Could Be Held in Turkey as PSSI Awaits Certainty
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- Media Arab, Winwin, melaporkan bahwa laga Yordania vs Indonesia pada 13 November 2026 berpotensi dipindahkan ke Turki.
- PSSI masih khawatir dengan kondisi keamanan di Timur Tengah, sementara Federasi Yordania belum memberi respons resmi.
- Jika terwujud, Turki menjadi lokasi netral yang juga mungkin dipakai untuk laga Yordania vs Australia pada 17 November.
The fate of the friendly match between the Jordan national team and the Indonesia national team on 13 November 2026 remains up in the air. Arab media outlet Winwin reported that the fixture could be held in Turkey rather than in Amman as originally planned, following PSSI's concerns over the security situation in the Middle East region.
Winwin's report on Monday (2/11/2026) cited their internal sources confirming that Turkey is on the list of locations under consideration. "Holding the Jordan versus Indonesia match in Turkey is one of the options being considered," the outlet wrote. As of this report, the Jordan Football Association (Jordan FA) has not issued an official statement regarding PSSI's request to relocate or cancel the match.
Jordan had in fact prepared the Amman International Stadium as the venue. However, the escalation of conflict in several Middle Eastern countries has made PSSI reluctant to take risks. This cautious stance is not without reason: the safety of players and coaching staff is the top priority, especially with the November 2026 FIFA Matchday schedule drawing closer. Meanwhile, Jordan is also scheduled to face Australia on 17 November 2026. According to Winwin, the match against Australia could likewise be moved to Turkey or remain in Amman as scheduled.
For the Indonesia national team, certainty over the friendly's location is crucial for gauging the squad's readiness. Under a new coach, the match against Jordan is a chance to prove tactics and player chemistry, especially for the naturalized players who have just joined. If it is indeed held in Turkey, the Garuda team must adapt to different weather and pitch conditions, while also losing preparation time due to the longer journey.
On Jordan's side, relocating the venue also affects their plans. The Jordanian federation initially wanted to capitalize on supporter backing in Amman. But if PSSI holds its ground, Jordan FA will have no choice but to seek alternatives. So far, communication between the two federations remains tough. Winwin stressed that "the matter is still in the stage of discussion and communication between both parties."
Indonesian context: as one of the countries with the largest football fan populations in Southeast Asia, PSSI's decision has drawn public attention. Several observers consider PSSI's move to prioritize safety aspects to be correct. "Player safety is non-negotiable. PSSI must not be reckless," said a national football observer who declined to be named. On the other hand, fans hope the friendly still goes ahead so that the Indonesia national team gets match minutes ahead of official tournaments.
If an agreement is not reached soon, it is not impossible that the match is canceled. PSSI has the option of finding a replacement opponent, though time is running short. A final decision is expected to be announced soon so both teams can arrange travel and training plans. Until then, speculation about the venue continues to swirl. Will Turkey witness the Garuda's duel against Jordan, or will Amman remain the host? The answer will soon emerge in the coming days.
