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Perserikatan Sepakbola Sleman (lit. 'Sleman Football Union'), or mostly known through its abbreviation PSS, is an Indonesian professional football club based in Sleman Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta. The club dons the nickname Super Elang Jawa (English: Super Java Eagles). They are set to compete in Championship, the second tier of Indonesian football, following relegation in the 2024–25 Liga 1 season.
Key Information
History
[edit]PSS was established in 1976 as a regional football association for amateur clubs (known as Perserikatan) in Sleman, the third of its kind in Yogyakarta province after PSIM Yogyakarta and Persiba Bantul. PSS needed 24 years to reach the top-tier of the amateur Perserikatan competitions in 2000. After six years in the premier division, PSS was unable to complete the 2006 season after suffering from the 2006 Yogyakarta earthquake that killed more than 5,000 people and damaged thousands of buildings. However, the Indonesian football association PSSI did not relegate the three teams from Yogyakarta province, including PSS, although they forfeited their remaining games due to the earthquake's impact on their facilities and personal lives.[2][3]
PSS left the top flight of Indonesian football in 2008 due to administrative matters. The club could not quickly adjust to the shift towards professional football with the launching of the Indonesian Super League (ISL) that year. ISL required Perserikatan clubs to wean off from their dependence on their region's state budget. Teams like PSS that continued to rely on the government had to compete in the second tier, which persistently used the Perserikatan's name for its top division (Divisi Utama). Amid heavy pressure from fans, PSS became a professional team in 2012 after the incorporation of PT Putra Sleman Sembada, the company that now manages the club. That move ensured PSS could return to the top flight if they manage to win promotion. PSS did so after winning the 2018 Liga 2 competition.[4]
Statistics
[edit]Season by season record
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Key to league record:
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Key to rounds:
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Key to competitions
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| Champions | Runners-up | Top scorers | CL | AC |
Seasons
[edit]| Season | League | Tier | Pos | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | Pts | Cup | Other competitions | |
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| 1994–95 | Second Division | 3 | |||||||||||
| 1995–96 | First Division | 2 | First round | ||||||||||
| 1996–97 | Second round | ||||||||||||
| 1997–98 | abandoned | ||||||||||||
| 1998–99 | 4th Group 2 | ||||||||||||
| 1999–2000 | 2nd | ||||||||||||
| 2001 | Premier Division | 1 | 10th East | 25 | 8 | 3 | 14 | 22 | 40 | 27 | |||
| 2002 | 7th East | 22 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 22 | 19 | 30 | |||||
| 2003 | 4th | 38 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 48 | 43 | 60 | |||||
| 2004 | 4th | 34 | 14 | 11 | 9 | 39 | 37 | 53 | |||||
| 2005 | 7th West | 26 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 22 | 32 | 34 | SF | ||||
| 2006 | 13th East | 26 | 6 | 5 | 15 | 18 | 40 | 23 | w/o | ||||
| 2007–08 | 12th West | 34 | 12 | 10 | 12 | 42 | 43 | 46 | |||||
| 2008–09 | 2 | 10th Group 2 | 26 | 9 | 6 | 11 | 31 | 38 | 30 | R1 | |||
| 2009–10 | 10th Group 3 | 20 | 6 | 4 | 10 | 21 | 31 | 22 | A | ||||
| 2010–11 | 10th Group 3 | 24 | 9 | 4 | 11 | 22 | 40 | 31 | NH | ||||
| 2011–12 | 7th Group 2 | 18 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 29 | 21 | 26 | R1 | ||||
| 2013 | 1st | 19 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 28 | 16 | 40 | NH | ||||
| 2014 | Third Round | 24 | 13 | 6 | 5 | 51 | 23 | 31 | NH | ||||
| 2015 | abandoned | NH | |||||||||||
| 2016 | Indonesia Soccer Championship B | 2nd | NH | ||||||||||
| 2017 | Liga 2 | Second round | 20 | 13 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 15 | 42 | NH | |||
| 2018 | 1st | 31 | 19 | 3 | 9 | 53 | 20 | 60 | R16 | ||||
| 2019 | Liga 1 | 1 | 8th | 34 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 45 | 42 | 48 | NH | ||
| 2020 | abandoned | NH | |||||||||||
| 2021–22 | 13th | 34 | 10 | 9 | 15 | 40 | 48 | 39 | NH | ||||
| 2022–23 | 16th | 34 | 10 | 4 | 20 | 34 | 57 | 34 | NH | ||||
| 2023–24 | 13th | 34 | 9 | 12 | 13 | 49 | 53 | 39 | NH | ||||
| 2024–25 | 16th | 34 | 11 | 4 | 19 | 43 | 50 | 34 | NH | ||||
| 2025–26 | Championship | 2 | (Group 2) | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | NH | ||
Stadium
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PSS in 2007 began to use its current home base Maguwoharjo Stadium after construction was disrupted by the earthquake a year before. Maguwoharjo's southern tribune, where the club's ultras occupy, is known as one of the loudest tribunes in Indonesia with non-stop 90-minute chanting.[5]
Fans
[edit]PSS is known for its loyal and creative ultras. Supported by two fan clubs, the north tribune Slemania [6] and the south tribune Brigata Curva Sud 1976 (BCS),[7] PSS' current form cannot be extricated from the dedication of supporters who strive to improve their team's managerial quality. The older one, Slemania, was established in 2000 in line with the promotion to top-flight football while BCS emerged in 2011 in the run-up to the 2012 professionalization of PSS.[8]
Besides its popularity as the fan club with one of the best choreographies in Asia, BCS is known for its tough scrutiny over PSS management. BCS boycotted games in the 2020 Liga 1 over disappointment with the level of professionalism in PSS and only ended its strike in 2021 after a massive restructuring that has led to improvements in how the club is managed. BCS is particularly aware of concerns among female spectators when they are in a packed stadium, leading to the formation of its own female arm to ensure safety in the tribune.[9][10][11]
The song "Sampai Kau Bisa" (Until You Can) is the anthem that fans sing after the match. The anthem symbolizes fan loyalty to the team in good and bad times, knowing the club went through trials until it earned its spot in top-flight football. PSS fan clubs have a policy of zero insults for opposing teams during 90 minutes of a football game, making them the friendliest ultras in Indonesia football. Their chants are exclusive to motivating PSS.[12]
Players
[edit]Current squad
[edit]- As of September 2025[13]
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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 Germany
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Kim Kurniawan |
Out on loan
[edit]Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Club officials
[edit]Board of commissioners and directors
[edit]| Position | Name |
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| President Director |  Gusti Randa
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| Director | Yoni Arseto
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| Director | Hempri Suyatna
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| Commissioner | Agoes Projosasmito
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| Commissioner | Wiliam Tjugiarto
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Team management
[edit]| Position | Name |
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| Team Manager | Kim Kurniawan
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| Technical Director |  Pieter Huistra
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| Head Coach | Ansyari Lubis
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| Assistant Coach | Gilang Ramadhan
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| Goalkeeper Coach |  Andre Croda Amiruddin
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| Physical Coach | Caique Müller
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| Team Analyst | Gabriel Silvera
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| Scout |  Gustavo Fabian Lopez
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| Team Doctor | vacant |
| Physiotherapist | Sigit Pramudya
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| Masseur | Djamad
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| Kit man | Riyono, Agung
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Coaches
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Honours
[edit]Domestic league
[edit]- Liga Indonesia First Division / Liga 2
- Liga Indonesia Premier Division (LPIS)
- Winners: 2013
- Indonesia Soccer Championship B
- Runners-up: 2016
Cup
[edit]- Menpora Cup
- Third place: 2021
References
[edit]- ^ "Organisational chart". pssleman.id. Perserikatan Sepakbola Sleman. Retrieved 20 August 2021.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Profile". Official Site PS Sleman. Retrieved 6 November 2021.
- ^ "PS Sleman dan Gempa Jogja 2006". SLEMAN-FOOTBALL.COM (in Indonesian). 27 May 2017. Retrieved 6 November 2021.
- ^ "PSS Sleman Juara Liga 2 2018". PSSI – Football Association of Indonesia (in Indonesian). Archived from the original on 4 December 2020. Retrieved 6 November 2021.
- ^ Chant BCS Tribun Selatan Maguwo – PSS Sleman Vs Persib Bandung Shopee Liga 1 2019 Live (Lirik) (in Indonesian). Retrieved 6 November 2021 – via YouTube.
- ^ slemania.or.id
- ^ bcspss.com
- ^ "Slemania: Pendukung Setia PSS Sleman". www.lgosports.com (in Indonesian). 11 November 2023.
- ^ "Brigata Curva Sud 1976: The Best Ultras in Asia versi Copa90". Football Tribe Indonesia. 18 February 2017. Retrieved 6 November 2021.
- ^ "BCS Hentikan Aksi Boikot, Hubungan PSS dengan Suporter Mencair". Timlo.net (in Indonesian). 12 February 2021. Retrieved 6 November 2021.
- ^ "Perbaikan Manajemen PT Putra Sleman Sembada Mendapat Apresiasi Dari BCS". Official Site PS Sleman. 10 February 2021. Retrieved 6 November 2021.
- ^ "The Fans Who Make Football: PSS Sleman". www.aljazeera.com. Retrieved 6 November 2021.
- ^ "Squad PSS Sleman". ileague.id. Retrieved 18 August 2021.
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History
Establishment and early years
Persatuan Sepakbola Sleman (PSS Sleman) was established on May 20, 1976, in Sleman Regency, Yogyakarta Special Region, Indonesia, as a regional football association aimed at promoting the sport among local communities. The founding was initiated by five prominent local figures—H. Suryo Saryono, Sugiarto SY, Subardi, Sudarsono KH, and Hartadi—during the regency of Bupati Drs. KRT. Suyoto Projosuyoto, in response to the absence of organized football structures in Sleman, where only PSIM Yogyakarta and Persiba Bantul represented the broader Yogyakarta area. This initiative sought to foster friendship, brotherhood, and unity through football, drawing on community enthusiasm to build a grassroots network without any professional framework.[1][9][10] In its early years, PSS Sleman operated strictly as an amateur organization under the Perserikatan system, focusing on internal competitions and local tournaments to develop talent and engagement. The association began by uniting several member clubs, including PS Mlati, AMS Seyegan, PSK Kalasan, Godean Putra, and PSKS Sleman, and organized matches among them for the first three years to nurture the sport at a community level. Growth relied heavily on volunteer involvement from residents and local leaders, emphasizing participatory development rather than competitive achievements, which helped embed the club in Sleman's social fabric. Gafar Anwar, a local policeman, served as the first Ketua Umum (chairman), guiding these foundational efforts.[1][11] Initial home games were held on modest local fields affiliated with member clubs, lacking dedicated infrastructure and reflecting the grassroots nature of the era before any formal stadiums were established. These venues, often simple community pitches, hosted the early matches and training sessions, underscoring the club's reliance on local resources to sustain its amateur operations.[12][13]Amateur and Perserikatan era
Following its establishment in 1976 as a regional football association in Sleman Regency, Yogyakarta Special Region, PSS Sleman gradually built its competitive foundation through local and regional competitions.[2] The club achieved a significant milestone by earning promotion to the top-tier Divisi Utama of the national amateur Perserikatan system in the 1999/2000 season, after finishing second in Divisi I behind Persita Tangerang; this success came after 24 years of effort starting from lower divisions.[14][15] During its time in Divisi Utama from 2000 to 2006, PSS Sleman relied heavily on local talent from Sleman and surrounding areas, with players selected from its network of 84 affiliated clubs across various divisions.[14] The team secured mid-table positions overall, including notable fourth-place finishes in both the 2003 and 2004 seasons, and advanced to the semifinals of the Piala Indonesia in 2005, demonstrating resilience in the competitive amateur landscape.[2][15] The 2006 Yogyakarta earthquake, a magnitude 6.3 event on May 27 that struck the region including Sleman Regency, severely disrupted PSS Sleman's operations, causing the club to withdraw from the ongoing Perserikatan season due to widespread damage to infrastructure and facilities in the affected areas.[15] Recovery efforts involved rebuilding efforts supported by local stakeholders, allowing the team to return to competition in 2007, where it finished 12th in the Divisi Utama Eastern Region Group and failed to qualify for the emerging Indonesia Super League.[15] By 2008, persistent financial constraints and organizational challenges, exacerbated by the club's struggle to adapt to the transition from amateur to professional structures in Indonesian football, led PSS Sleman to withdraw entirely from the top flight of the Perserikatan system.[15]Professional era and promotions
In 2012, PSS Sleman transitioned to professional status through the establishment of PT Putra Sleman Sembada, a legal entity formed to meet the requirements for participating in national professional competitions and obtaining necessary licensing from the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI).[16] This move, driven by fan pressure and the need for structured management, marked the club's shift from amateur operations to a fully professional outfit, enabling entry into the restructured lower tiers of Indonesian football. The incorporation facilitated compliance with PSSI's professional standards, including financial transparency and infrastructure mandates. Following professionalization, PSS Sleman competed in the inaugural Liga Nusantara, Indonesia's third-tier league introduced in 2014 as a merger of the former Second and Third Divisions. In the 2014–15 season, the club achieved promotion to the Liga Indonesia Premier Division (now known as Liga 2) by finishing among the top teams in the Liga Nusantara promotion playoffs, securing their place in the second tier for the first time since the early 2000s. This success was built on a solid foundation in the lower divisions, including a championship in the 2013 LPIS Premier Division, though promotion was initially withheld due to league disputes. Subsequent seasons in Liga 2 saw steady progress, with PSS Sleman establishing themselves as contenders through consistent playoff appearances and squad development. The pinnacle of the professional era came in 2018, when PSS Sleman clinched the Liga 2 title under head coach Seto Nurdiantoro, defeating Semen Padang FC 2–0 in the final at Stadion Pakansari to earn promotion to Liga 1 after a 12-year absence from the top flight.[17] Nurdiantoro's tactical emphasis on disciplined defense and quick counterattacks propelled the team through a challenging group stage and knockout rounds, culminating in a historic return to the elite level. This victory not only validated the professional restructuring but also boosted the club's profile, drawing increased investment and fan support. Upon entering Liga 1 in 2019, PSS Sleman exceeded expectations by finishing 8th in their debut season, showcasing resilience with notable wins against established sides like PSM Makassar and Madura United.[18] The 2020 campaign was truncated by the COVID-19 pandemic, ending with a 16th-place standing after limited matches, but the club retained their status. In the 2021–22 season, they secured 13th position amid a competitive mid-table battle, while 2022–23 saw intense survival struggles, finishing 16th and relying on playoff victories to avoid relegation. These early top-flight years highlighted PSS Sleman's adaptability, though marked by narrow escapes that underscored the challenges of sustaining elite-level performance.Recent challenges and relegation
In the 2024–25 Liga 1 season, PSS Sleman struggled significantly, finishing in 16th place out of 18 teams with a record of 11 wins, 4 draws, and 19 losses, accumulating 34 points and facing direct relegation to Liga 2.[19] The team's poor performance was exacerbated by early-season sanctions, including a three-point deduction imposed by the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) in August 2024 for a match-fixing incident involving former players, alongside a Rp150 million fine.[20] Additional fines, such as Rp200 million in May 2025 for fan use of flares during a home match against PSM Makassar, further strained resources and highlighted ongoing disciplinary challenges.[21] Internal issues compounded the difficulties, with multiple coaching changes throughout the season contributing to instability; for instance, the team cycled through several head coaches amid inconsistent results.[22] Fan-management tensions escalated, particularly in May 2025, when supporters protested during the Persija match by lighting flares and displaying banners demanding the resignation of club executives, leading to a temporary match stoppage and minor injury to an assistant referee.[23] These demonstrations reflected broader frustrations over the team's slide toward relegation, echoing earlier calls in March 2025 for the manager's departure after a six-game losing streak.[24] Although management maintained that finances remained stable with no delays in player salaries, the cumulative penalties and operational pressures underscored deeper organizational strains.[25] Following relegation, PSS Sleman shifted focus to rebuilding for the 2025–26 Liga 2 season, officially appointing Ansyari Lubis as head coach on July 2, 2025, to lead the promotion push.[26] The club emphasized a "very serious project" to return to Liga 1 swiftly, involving squad adjustments such as retaining key foreign players like defender Cleberson and forward Gustavo Tocantins while integrating a 32-player roster that included promising local talents.[27] Preparations included awaiting regulatory clarifications from PSSI and PT Liga Indonesia Baru in June 2025, alongside efforts to address fan concerns through public apologies from management in late May.[28] As of November 2025, PSS Sleman has started strongly in the 2025–26 Liga 2 season, leading their group with 23 points from 10 matches (7 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss), including a recent draw against Persipura Jayapura, positioning them well for promotion under Lubis.[29][5] This marked a downturn from their last promotion in 2018, but the club has leveraged home support and tactical stability to navigate the competitive Liga 2 landscape effectively.[30]Club identity
Nickname, colours, and crest
PSS Sleman is known by the nicknames Super Elang Jawa (Super Java Eagle) and Laskar Sembada (Sembada Warriors). The nickname Super Elang Jawa reflects the club's strength and predatory spirit, drawing from the Javan hawk-eagle as a symbol of regional pride in Sleman Regency, Yogyakarta, and was adopted to embody the team's aggressive playing style since its early years.[31][32] Laskar Sembada, meaning "Sembada Warriors," originates from the club's professional entity PT Putra Sleman Sembada, established in 2012, and signifies resilience tied to the district's self-sufficient agricultural heritage.[31] The club's primary color is green, symbolizing the fertile and prosperous land of Sleman Regency, often described in Javanese philosophy as "gemah ripah loh jinawi." This hue dominates home kits, with accents in white and black forming a tricolor motif that represents unity and tradition. Kit suppliers have evolved over the decades, starting with Nike until 2003, followed by Adidas in 2005–2006, Vilour in 2007–2008, and Sembada Apparel (Smbd) from 2013 to 2024; DRX supplied kits for the 2024–2025 season, and the current supplier is Scorelab since 2025.[33][34] Recent jerseys incorporate sponsor logos such as UD Muncul on the front and bcsxpss.com on the back, alongside NFC technology for authenticity.[32][35] The club's crest, introduced in 1976 upon its founding, was designed by co-founder Sudarsono and features a central depiction of Prambanan Temple as a symbol of Sleman's cultural pride, encircled by cotton and jasmine flowers representing local agriculture, with a lotus base inspired by the PSSI emblem. Three circles at the base denote the club's focus on multi-sport activities.[31][33] This design has remained largely consistent into the professional era, registered officially with Indonesia's Intellectual Property Agency, though modern jerseys integrate Javan hawk-eagle motifs to align with the Super Elang Jawa identity.[36] PSS Sleman's mascot is the Super Elja, a stylized Javan hawk-eagle that appears at matches to energize fans and promote team spirit. This symbol extends to merchandise, including limited-edition figures, NFT collections like the Elja Warrior of Sembodoverse (launched in 2022 with 10,000 unique pieces), and apparel sold through the official PSS Store.[37][38][39]Stadium and facilities
PSS Sleman's primary home venue is Stadion Maguwoharjo, located in the Maguwoharjo sub-district of Depok, Sleman Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Owned by the Sleman Regency government and operated by the club, the stadium was originally constructed in 2005 but its opening was delayed due to renovations following damage from the May 27, 2006, Yogyakarta earthquake, which measured 6.3 on the moment magnitude scale and caused widespread destruction in the region.[40][41][42] The stadium officially opened in 2007 with an initial capacity exceeding 30,000 spectators, serving as the club's home ground since PSS Sleman's transition from lower divisions. Its design draws inspiration from the San Siro in Milan, featuring a multi-tiered structure that enhances acoustics for fan support. The southern tribune is reserved for the club's ultras group, Brigata Curva Sud, known for their dedicated chanting and visual displays during matches. To comply with Liga 1 and FIFA standards, extensive renovations began in 2023, including the installation of 20,595 single seats, upgraded field lighting, and Manila grass turf replacement, completed at a cost of Rp108.97 billion (approximately $7 million USD) and inaugurated in March 2025.[43][42][44] PSS Sleman has hosted all home matches at Maguwoharjo since 2007, with average attendance figures typically ranging from 8,000 to 12,000 per game in recent Liga 1 seasons, reflecting strong local support despite occasional fluctuations due to league status and scheduling. Prior to Maguwoharjo, the club played at Stadion Tridadi in Sleman, a smaller venue with a capacity of about 12,000 that proved inadequate for growing crowds during the mid-2000s Perserikatan era; Tridadi itself sustained damage in the 2006 earthquake, accelerating the shift to the new facility.[45][46] The club's training facilities are situated in Sleman Regency, including the primary training ground at Lapangan Macanan in Madurejo, Prambanan, equipped with standard soccer pitches, fitness areas, and recovery rooms to support professional and youth development. PSS Sleman operates a dedicated youth academy integrated with the main training complex to facilitate progression for promising talents.[47]Supporters and culture
Fan groups
Slemania's supporter group, established in 2000 as PSS Sleman's oldest fan organization, focuses on fostering community ties through local events and robust away match attendance, serving as the club's largest base of dedicated followers.[48] The group emphasizes collective participation in regional activities that strengthen fan bonds and promote the club's cultural significance in Yogyakarta.[49] Brigata Curva Sud (BCS), formed in 2011 and inspired by Italian ultras traditions, is celebrated for its innovative choreographies—such as the "Garuda" display during the 2017 President's Cup—and relentless, non-stop chanting that sustains energy for 90 minutes.[50] With an estimated 8,000 members, BCS adheres to a "friendly ultras" ethos, avoiding insults toward opponents and prioritizing peaceful support, earning recognition as Asia's top ultras group in 2017.[51][52] The group also engages in cultural initiatives, including financial contributions to players and community welfare efforts like charity drives.[53] In 2020, BCS initiated a boycott of PSS Sleman matches due to disputes with management over unfulfilled demands for better youth development, facilities, and coach retention, highlighting frustrations with transparency.[54] The action was resolved in 2021 following management reforms that improved operational openness, allowing BCS to resume full support.[55]Rivalries and derbies
The Yogyakarta Derby, also known as the Derby Mataram or Derbi Istimewa, pits PSS Sleman against PSIM Yogyakarta and stems from longstanding regional pride in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, where PSIM represents the city center and PSS Sleman the Sleman Regency.[56] Although PSS Sleman was established in 1976 as a Perserikatan amateur club, the rivalry traces its origins to the regional amateur era, with tensions building through local competitions before intensifying in the late 1990s.[57] The pivotal moment occurred during the 1999-2000 season, when PSS earned promotion to the top tier (Divisi Utama) while PSIM suffered relegation to the second division, heightening envy over PSS's rising success despite PSIM's older founding in 1929.[58][56] Matches in this derby have been marked by fierce competition and off-field volatility since the early 2000s, with notable clashes including the 2010 Divisi Utama game at Stadion Mandala Krida, which was abandoned in the 63rd minute due to supporter riots between Slemania (PSS) and Brajamusti (PSIM).[59] The 2018 Liga 2 encounters exemplified the intensity: an April fixture was postponed over security fears and rescheduled for July 26 at Stadion Maguwoharjo, where post-match riots resulted in the death of a non-supporter, Muhammad Iqbal Setyawan, amid clashes involving over 1,000 police personnel.[56] Earlier incidents, such as the 2016 fatal stabbing of PSS supporter Stanislaus Gandhang Deswara on Jalan Magelang and attacks on traveling fans in 2015, underscore the derby's history of violence, prompting frequent security reinforcements and venue relocations.[58][56] Beyond the local derby, PSS Sleman maintains rivalries with Central Java clubs like Persis Solo, rooted in the Perserikatan era's inter-regional competitions among Javanese teams.[60] Historical tensions with Persis peaked in 2012-2013, featuring bloody supporter clashes at Stadion Maguwoharjo and Stadion Manahan, which even forced the 2016 ISC B final against another opponent to be moved to neutral ground.[60] These broader Javanese rivalries, including sporadic friction with clubs like Persib Bandung and Persebaya Surabaya from shared amateur league battles, emphasize PSS's underdog status against established powers.[59] Derby fixtures consistently draw large crowds, often exceeding 20,000 spectators, boosting attendance across Yogyakarta but necessitating extensive security protocols like segregated seating and police escorts to mitigate risks.[61] Memorable peaceful events, such as joint fan declarations against violence, have occasionally tempered hostilities, though incidents like vehicle burnings and stadium disruptions highlight ongoing challenges.[62] Following PSS Sleman's relegation to Liga 2 at the end of the 2024-25 season, while PSIM Yogyakarta secured promotion to Liga 1 in 2025, the Yogyakarta Derby has been on hiatus with no matches since 2018.[63] This separation has reduced immediate derby opportunities, but potential renewed clashes loom if league paths converge, such as through promotion playoffs or cup competitions, amid continued fan efforts toward reconciliation.[5]Current team
Squad
As of November 2025, PSS Sleman's squad consists of 32 players competing in the Liga 2 Championship, featuring a mix of experienced Indonesian talents and a limited number of foreign imports to comply with league regulations.[64] The team maintains an average age of 26.8 years and a total estimated market value of approximately €2.36 million (around 41 billion IDR), reflecting a balanced roster rebuilt after relegation from Liga 1 in the 2024/25 season.[64] Among the three foreign players, comprising 9.4% of the squad, are Brazilian defender Cleberson and forward Gustavo Tocantins, alongside French-Guinean midfielder Frédéric Injaï.[64] The squad is captained by veteran naturalized midfielder Kim Kurniawan, a German-born Indonesian who provides leadership and tactical acumen in central midfield.[65] Key Indonesian contributors include winger Riko Simanjuntak, on loan from Persija Jakarta, and defender Fachruddin Aryanto, both bringing proven Liga 1 experience to bolster the backline and attack.[66][67] Gustavo Tocantins has emerged as the top scorer in the 2025/26 Championship with 10 goals as of November 2025, highlighting his role as the primary forward threat. Post-relegation signings emphasize depth and promotion ambitions, with notable additions like goalkeeper Fahri from Malut United and forward Irvan Mofu from PSIM Yogyakarta arriving on free transfers to strengthen the frontline and defense.[68] These reinforcements, combined with retentions of core players under head coach Ansyari Lubis's influence on selections, aim to blend youth and experience for a swift return to the top flight.[69]Goalkeepers
The goalkeeper unit is led by experienced Ega Rizky (33, Indonesia), retained as the primary shot-stopper, supported by younger options like Safaat Romadhona (23, Indonesia) and recent signing Fahri (25, Indonesia).[64][65]Defenders
A solid backline features captain-candidate Cleberson (33, Brazil) at center-back alongside veterans Fachruddin Aryanto (36, Indonesia) and Jajang Mulyana (37, Indonesia), with versatile left-back Kevin Gomes (27, Indonesia/Brazil) adding international flair.[64] Emerging talents like Ifan Nanda (24, Indonesia) provide depth across the defensive positions.Midfielders
Midfield is anchored by Kim Kurniawan (35, Indonesia/Germany) and includes dynamic options such as Frédéric Injaï (30, France/Guinea-Bissau) in defensive roles, central playmakers like Diop Wamu (23, Indonesia), and attacking threats including Ichsan Pratama (32, Indonesia).[64] Recent academy promotions like Relosa Rivan (19, Indonesia) inject youthful energy.Forwards
Up front, Gustavo Tocantins (29, Brazil) leads as the prolific center-forward, complemented by wingers Terens Puhiri (29, Indonesia) and Riko Simanjuntak (33, Indonesia), with Irvan Mofu (30, Indonesia) as a new signing enhancing the striking options.[64][68] This forward line has been pivotal in the team's early Championship success.[70]Management and coaching staff
PSS Sleman is operated by PT Putra Sleman Sembada (PT PSS), with majority ownership held by PT Palladium Pratama Cemerlang since 2020, led by mining entrepreneur Agoes Projosasmito.[71][72] Following the club's relegation from Liga 1 at the end of the 2024/25 season, PT PSS underwent a reorganization in July 2025 to enhance performance in the upcoming Liga 2 campaign, including adjustments to senior management roles.[73][74] The board of commissioners is chaired by Agoes Projosasmito as Komisaris Utama, with William Tjugiarto serving as Komisaris.[75] In the directorate, Yoni Arseto and Serena K. Ferdinandus were appointed as directors in July 2025, succeeding Gusti Randa who stepped down from his role as President Director; Hempri Suyatna continues as a director.[76][77] On the technical side, Ansyari Lubis has been head coach since July 2, 2025, tasked with leading the team's promotion efforts back to Liga 1 after his prior stint as assistant coach from 2022 to 2025.[78][79] Pieter Huistra serves as technical manager, appointed July 1, 2025, on a three-year contract, having transitioned from his previous role as technical director to focus on team development.[79][80] Kim Kurniawan was named team manager on August 26, 2025, bringing his experience as a former player to strengthen internal team synergy.[79][81] The team doctor is dr. Riko Arundito, who provides medical support to the squad.[82]Performance and records
Season-by-season statistics
PSS Sleman began competing in Indonesia's top-tier professional football league, Liga 1, following their victory in the 2018 Liga 2 season, which marked their promotion. Prior to that, the club participated in lower divisions, including a championship in the 2013 Liga Indonesia Premier Division (LPIS). The table below details their performance in domestic league competitions from 2019 to the ongoing 2025/26 season, including matches played, results, goals, points, and representative top scorers where notable for establishing key contributions. Data reflects full seasons unless noted; the 2019/20 season was abandoned after three matches due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Cup performances are noted in a separate summary. All statistics are sourced from the Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation (RSSSF).[83][84][85][86][87][88]| Season | League | Position | MP | W | D | L | GF-GA | Pts | Top Scorer (goals) |
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| 2019 | Liga 1 | 8th | 34 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 45-42 | 48 | Yevhen Bokhashvili (15) |
| 2019/20 | Liga 1 | 16th* | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2-4 | 1 | N/A (abandoned season) |
| 2021/22 | Liga 1 | 13th | 34 | 10 | 9 | 15 | 40-48 | 39 | Eduardo Junior / Jaya (6) |
| 2022/23 | Liga 1 | 16th | 34 | 10 | 4 | 20 | 34-57 | 34 | Esteban Vizcarra (7) |
| 2023/24 | Liga 1 | 13th | 34 | 9 | 12 | 13 | 49-53 | 39 | Nicolao Dumitru (9) |
| 2024/25 | Liga 1 | 16th (relegated) | 34 | 11 | 4 | 19 | 43-50 | 37** | Gustavo Tocantins (14) |
| 2025/26 | Liga 2 | 1st*** | 11 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 23-8 | 26 | Gustavo Tocantins (10) |
**3 points deducted for a prior match-fixing incident from 2018, reducing total from 37 to 34; raw record shown.[88]
***Standings as of November 18, 2025; leading Group 2 after 11 matches. Latest match: 2-1 win vs Persiku Kudus on November 17, 2025. Upcoming fixtures include matches against Deltras FC and others.[88][89][90] In cup competitions, PSS Sleman has primarily participated in the Piala Indonesia and occasional invitational tournaments like the Piala Menpora. Notable results include reaching the round of 16 in the 2018/19 Piala Indonesia (eliminated by Borneo FC Samarinda) and the quarterfinals in the 2020 Piala Menpora (a pre-season cup affected by the pandemic). No major cup honors have been achieved, with early exits in most editions, such as the first round in 2011/12 and 2008/09. Across all domestic league matches from 2019 to the end of the 2024/25 season (173 matches total), PSS Sleman recorded 52 wins, 42 draws, and 79 losses, scoring 213 goals and conceding 254, for a win percentage of approximately 30%. This aggregate excludes the 2018 Liga 2 season and the ongoing 2025/26 campaign. The club's performance has been characterized by mid-to-lower table finishes in Liga 1, with relegation in 2024/25 prompting a return to Liga 2, where early results suggest a strong push for immediate promotion.[83][84][85][86][87][88]
Domestic honours
PSS Sleman has achieved notable success in Indonesia's lower-tier professional leagues, securing promotions through competitive finals, though it has yet to claim titles in the top-flight Liga 1 or the national cup competition, the Piala Indonesia, as of 2025. The club's most significant professional honour came in the 2018 Liga 2 season, where it clinched the championship and earned promotion to Liga 1 under head coach Seto Nurdiantoro.[91] In the final match at Stadion Pakansari on December 4, 2018, PSS Sleman defeated Semen Padang FC 2-0, with goals from Cristian Gonzales and Rifal Lastori, marking the club's first national-level professional title and ending a long stint in the second division.[92] This victory highlighted the team's disciplined defense and counter-attacking prowess, solidifying PSS Sleman's reputation as a rising force in Indonesian football.[93] Earlier, in the 2013 Liga Indonesia Premier Division organized by LPIS (Liga Prima Indonesia Sportindo), PSS Sleman captured the title but was denied promotion due to administrative disputes between competing league bodies.[94] Coached by Lafran Pribadi, the team overcame Lampung FC 2-1 in extra time during the final at Stadion Maguwoharjo on November 10, 2013, with goals from Agung Suprayogi and Wahyu Gunawan (penalty).[95][96] This achievement represented a breakthrough in the third-tier competition, showcasing the club's resilience amid Indonesia's fragmented football governance at the time.[97] In the amateur and early professional eras prior to 2012, PSS Sleman earned regional recognition, including a runners-up finish in the 2000 Liga Indonesia First Division, which facilitated promotion to the top division. The team fell 0-1 to Persita Tangerang in the final that year, yet the result propelled PSS Sleman into the elite league for the 2001 season, a milestone in its development from regional roots.[98] Additionally, the club claimed the Central Java regional Perserikatan title before entering national competitions, laying the foundation for its professional ascent.All-time records
PSS Sleman has competed in Indonesian football leagues since its founding in 1976, accumulating a substantial all-time record across multiple divisions. In the top-tier Liga 1 from 2019 to 2024/25, the club played 173 matches with 52 wins, 42 draws, and 79 losses, scoring 213 goals.[83] Overall professional era statistics post-2012 exceed 200 matches in Liga 1 and Liga 2 combined, reflecting the club's consistent presence in competitive football. The club's all-time top appearance maker is Irkham Mila, who featured in 113 matches for PSS Sleman.[99] Kim Kurniawan ranks second with 106 appearances, highlighting his long-term contribution to the team.[99] Among goalscorers in the Liga 1 era, Yevhen Bokhashvili holds a record with 15 goals during the 2019 season.[100] Key historical scorers include locals like Irkham Mila and foreign players such as Gustavo Tocantins, who has scored 24 goals across seasons with the club.[101] Riko Simanjuntak is another key figure, with over 20 goals recorded in his tenure.[102] PSS Sleman achieved a 5-match winning streak early in the 2025/26 Championship season. The club's biggest victory came in a 5-0 win over PSIS Semarang in the 2025/26 campaign, marking a high point in their promotion push.[103] Another significant result was a 5-0 triumph in 2020.[104] At home, PSS Sleman has maintained a strong record at Stadion Maguwoharjo, with high attendance figures underscoring fan support; the club set a record crowd of 13,273 spectators during a 2025 match.[105] Away performances have been more varied, contributing to the overall balanced but challenging league record.| Category | Player | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Most Appearances | Irkham Mila | 113 matches[99] |
| Most Appearances | Kim Kurniawan | 106 matches[99] |
| Top Scorer (Liga 1 era) | Yevhen Bokhashvili | 15 goals[100] |
| Notable Scorer (Recent) | Gustavo Tocantins | 24 goals[101] |