Identity, Nationalism, and the Impact on National Resilience: A Case Analysis of the Role of Football Supporters in Indonesia

Abstract

This study analyzes the identity and nationalism formed within the phenomenon of football supporters in Indonesia and its impact on national resilience. By conducting an in-depth case study of the behaviors, values, and social influences of football supporters, this research aims to understand how their engagement shapes national identity and contributes to Indonesian national resilience. The research methodology involves surveys, interviews, and content analysis of both online and offline interactions among supporters. The results provide insights into the complex dynamics among football supporters and their implications for the formation and strengthening of national resilience in Indonesia. The findings of this study are expected to contribute to a better understanding of how the involvement of football supporters can be positively integrated into efforts to maintain stability and national unity.