BRI Super League
The BRI Super League (Liga Super) is the top level of Indonesian football and has its roots in the professional league established in 2008. The competition was first known as the Indonesia Super League (ISL) before being renamed Liga 1 in 2017. After several disrupted seasons, including the cancellation of the 2020 campaign due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the competition adopted the name BRI Liga 1 from 2021. In 2025, it was renamed the BRI Super League, returning to the "Super League" title. The main sponsor is BRI, the national bank and one of the biggest banks in Indonesia.
The BRI Super League has 18 clubs. The competition uses a conventional promotion and relegation system: the bottom three clubs (16th, 17th and 18th) are relegated to the Championship, while clubs from the Championship are promoted to replace them. This was confirmed in the regulations for the 2025-26 season. At the end of the 2025-26 season, Persis Solo, Semen Padang and PSBS Biak were relegated.
Uruguay born, naturalized Indonesian, Cristian Gonzalez is the league's leading scorer with 249 goals in nearly two decades at a dozen clubs in Indonesia.
Clubs
Arema FC
Known as "Singo Edan" (The Mad Lions), this iconic East Java club also known as Arek Malang Football Club possesses one of the most passionate fanbases in Southeast Asia. They have a history of top-tier success and heavily utilize high-quality foreign talent. Kanjuruhan Stadium is their 21,000 capacity home.
Bali United FC
Based in Gianyar and founded in 1989, this modern powerhouse won back-to-back league titles in 2019 and 2022. They are highly regarded for their professional management and beautiful home venue, Kapten I Wayan Dipta Stadium. Read more on Bali United.
Bhayangkara Presisi Lampung FC
Historically tied to the Indonesian National Police force, this team recently shifted its base to Lampung to build a new regional fanbase. They remain a highly disciplined side known for developing elite young local prospects. their home ground is the 7,000 capacity Sumpah Pemuda Stadium.
Borneo FC Samarinda
Hailing from East Kalimantan, "Pesut Etam" (The Mahakam Dolphins) has consistently evolved into a fierce championship contender. They play their home matches at the Segiri Stadium and are known for their attacking style of play.
Dewa United Banten FC
As one of the newer, heavily backed teams in the league, they have rapidly risen through ambitious investments. They boast state-of-the-art training facilities in Banten and a highly competitive squad. Home is the 30,000 capacity Banten International Stadium.
Garudayaksa FC
Garudayaksa FC ('Spirit of Garuda') focuses intensely on elite youth development infrastructure based in Bogor. They have broken into the top flight by relying on a modern, high-intensity tactical system. Their home stadium is the 30,000 capacity Pakansari Stadium.
Isen Mulang Kalteng FC
Representing Central Kalimantan, this team brings a proud Dayak cultural identity to the national football scene. Their matches in Palangka Raya at the 10,000 capacity Tuah Pahoe Stadium are famous for incredible atmosphere and local community pride.
Java United FC
Operating out of Semarang, this club has built a reputation for its data-driven approach to scouting and recruitment. They focus on fluid, technical football to challenge the league's traditional giants. Home is the 18,000 capacity Jatidiri Stadium.
Madura United FC
Known as "Laskar Sape Kerrab" (The Bull Warriors), this team strongly represents the island of Madura. They are a perennial threat in the upper half of the table with a highly physical style of play. Gelora Madura Ratu Pamelingan Stadium is their 7,000 capacity home ground.
Persebaya Surabaya
This historic club from Surabaya features a legendary, massive supporter base known globally as "Bonek". They have a rich tradition of producing core players for the Indonesian national team. Nicknamed 'The Green Crocodiles' and founded back in 1927 home is the 46,000+ Gelora Bung Tomo Stadium (GBT).
Persib Bandung
As one of the absolute biggest and most decorated clubs in Indonesia, "Maung Bandung" (The Bandung Tigers) commands millions of fans. They play in the massive Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium and expect trophies every season. Persib have won 4 Super League titles and 5 Indonesian titles to date.
Persija Jakarta
Based in the capital city, "Macan Kemayoran" (The Kemayoran Tigers) shares a historic, intense rivalry with Persib Bandung. Backed by their famous "The Jakmania" supporters, they are a fundamental pillar of Indonesian football history. The team plays some of its home games at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta.
Persijap Jepara
Hailing from Central Java, this historic club is famous for its red colors and deep-rooted community ties. The 'Kalinyamat Warriors' are renowned for playing an entertaining, underdog brand of football that disrupts top teams especially at their 8,500 capacity Gelora Bumi Kartini Stadium.
Persik Kediri
Nicknamed "Macan Putih" (The White Tigers), this club boasts a proud history with multiple top-flight titles from the early 2000s. They are known for an incredible home record at Brawijaya Stadium sustained by a tight-knit community.
PSIM Yogyakarta
As one of the oldest and most historic football clubs in Indonesia, they carry a profound cultural legacy from Yogyakarta. Their passionate fan base creates one of the most intense matchday atmospheres in the country. They play at the Sultan Agung Stadium in Bantul.
PSM Makassar
Representing South Sulawesi, "Juku Eja" (The Red Fish) is the oldest professional football club in the country. They are legendary for their uncompromising, aggressive playing style and won the league championship in 2023. They play home games at Gelora B.J. Habibie Stadium.
PSS Sleman
Based in Yogyakarta, "Super Elja" (The Super Elang Jawa) is famous for its incredibly vocal and creative stadium choreographies at their Maguwoharjo Stadium a.k.a. "Little San Siro". They rely on an electric home atmosphere at their 20,000 capacity stadium to challenge the league's wealthy powerhouses.
Persita Tangerang
Known as "Pendekar Cisadane" (Cisadane Warriors), this club represents the bustling region of Tangerang. They are a gritty side focused on a robust defensive structure and rapid counter-attacks. Indomilk Arena is their 15,000 capacity home.
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