Endless Support in Gothenburg

KOMPAS/ADRIAN FAJRIANSYAH

Indonesians watch a match between Indonesia’s LKG-SKF team and Portugal\'s AF Alcoitao in the Gothia Cup 2019 at the SKF Arena, Gothenburg, Sweden, Tuesday (16/7/2019). Every year, Indonesians flock to the stadium to support the Indonesian team in the Gothia Cup. They are happy to see Indonesian children competing, especially if the children win. They can also mingle at the field so that even though they are far from the homeland, they are still very red-white.

The “Red and White” spirit remains alive in Indonesians residing in Gothenburg, Sweden. They have lived in the city for decades, but their hearts remain connected to their homeland. They continue to nurture their love for Indonesia, including by supporting Indonesian youth soccer teams in the annual Gothia Cup.

“Keep your spirits up and do not be afraid. They’re just bigger than you, but you are better,” Ida Tallberg, 55, told members of the Liga Kompas Gramedia (LKG)-SKF Indonesia team.