Key facts
| Address | Gelora, Tanah Abang, Central Jakarta |
| Capacity | 76,127 seats |
| Build Date | 1962 |
| Record Attendance | 150,000 (Persib Bandung v PSMS Medan, 23 February 1985) |
Description
Gelora Bung Karno Stadium (used to be referred to as Gelora Senayan Main Stadium) is a stadium in the Bung Karno Sports Arena located in Central Jakarta, Indonesia. It is named after Sukarno, the first president of Indonesia. Although it can be used for different kinds of sports, it is mainly used for football games.
The construction of Gelora Bung Karno Stadium began in 1960, and it was completed in 1962. Initially, its capacity was 110,000 people. The stadium’s capacity has been reduced two times. In 2006, it was reduced to 88,083 (which made it the seventh biggest association football stadium in the world) for the AFC Asian Cup that took place in 2007. In 2016–2017, it was reduced to 76,127 for the Asian Games planned to be held in 2018.
During the latest renovation, all benches were removed and replaced with seats. Today, Gelora Bung Karno Stadium is eighth biggest association football stadium in Asia, the 26th biggest association football stadium in the world. The highest attendance in the stadium is 150,000 people that took place in 1985 during the match between PSMS Medan and Persib Bandung. The stadium has also held a range of other games, such as Tiger Cup finals as well as domestic cup finals.
FAQ
Gelora Bung Karno Stadium was officially opened on July 21, 1962. It was constructed in preparation for the 4th Asian Games, which Jakarta hosted in 1962.
The stadium is named after Indonesia’s first president, Sukarno, who is often affectionately referred to as “Bung Karno.” “Gelora” means “enthusiasm” or “passion” in Indonesian, making the full name translate to “Bung Karno’s Passion.”
Following renovations completed in 2018, the stadium’s official capacity is 77,193 spectators. This makes it one of the largest stadiums in Southeast Asia.
Gelora Bung Karno Stadium has hosted numerous significant events throughout its history. These include the 1962 Asian Games, the 2018 Asian Games, and various international football matches. It’s also the home stadium for the Indonesian national football team.
Yes, the stadium has undergone several renovations. The most recent major renovation was completed in 2018, in preparation for the 2018 Asian Games. This renovation included upgrades to the seating, roof structure, and overall facilities to meet international standards.
