1. Overview
Fachruddin Wahyudi Aryanto (born 19 February 1989) is an Indonesian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Liga 1 club PSS Sleman and the Indonesian national team. Throughout his career, he has played for several prominent Indonesian clubs, including Persepam Madura Utama, Sriwijaya, and Madura United, with a loan spell at Persija Jakarta. Internationally, Fachruddin has been a key figure for Indonesia, earning numerous caps, scoring significant goals, and captaining both the senior national team and the U-23 national team, notably leading the latter to a bronze medal at the 2021 Southeast Asian Games. He also played a crucial role in Indonesia's qualification for the 2023 AFC Asian Cup.
2. Early life and background
Fachruddin Wahyudi Aryanto was born on 19 February 1989 in Klaten, Indonesia.
3. Club career
Fachruddin Wahyudi Aryanto has had a dynamic club career, playing for various Indonesian teams and making significant contributions as a central defender.
3.1. Persepam Madura Utama
Fachruddin signed with Persepam Madura Utama for the Indonesia Super League in the 2013 season. He made his league debut on 16 January 2013, in a match against Persela Lamongan held at the Surajaya Stadium in Lamongan.
3.2. Sriwijaya
On 12 November 2014, Fachruddin joined Sriwijaya to compete in the Indonesia Super League during the 2015 season. His debut for the club took place on 4 April 2015 in a match against Persipasi Bandung Raya at the Gelora Sriwijaya Stadium in Palembang.
3.3. Madura United
Fachruddin signed with Madura United for the Liga 1 2017 season. He made his debut on 16 April 2017 in a match against Bali United. On 26 September 2017, Fachruddin scored his first goal for Madura United, finding the net in the 72nd minute against Persegres Gresik United at the Petrokimia Stadium in Gresik. Later, on 13 October 2017, he scored the opening goal in a match against Borneo with a header in the 35th minute. He continued his scoring form on 5 November 2017, contributing to a 3-1 victory over Barito Putera. On 8 December 2018, he scored the opening goal in a 2-1 win against Persela Lamongan.
3.3.1. Persija Jakarta (loan)
In 2019, Fachruddin joined Persija Jakarta on loan from Madura United to play in the Liga 1. His debut for Persija Jakarta occurred on 1 September 2019 in a match against Badak Lampung at the Patriot Candrabaga Stadium in Bekasi.
3.4. PSS Sleman
Currently, Fachruddin Wahyudi Aryanto plays as a centre-back for Liga 1 club PSS Sleman.
4. International career
Fachruddin Wahyudi Aryanto has had an extensive and impactful career with the Indonesian national football teams, representing his country at both senior and youth levels.
4.1. Senior national team
Fachruddin made his first international appearance for Indonesia in a match against the Laos national team during the 2012 AFF Championship. He scored his first international goal for Indonesia in a match against the Philippines at the 2016 AFF Championship.
He served as the captain of the national team from 2022 to 2023, following Evan Dimas and preceding Asnawi Mangkualam. During his captaincy, he notably led the team in the 2023 Asian Cup qualification in Kuwait. He scored his third international senior goal in a dominant 7-0 victory against the Nepal national team, a result that significantly contributed to Indonesia's qualification for the 2023 AFC Asian Cup. On 24 September 2022, Fachruddin scored his fourth international goal, heading in a long throw-in from Pratama Arhan during a friendly match against the Curaçao national team, which Indonesia won 3-2.
4.2. Youth national team
Fachruddin was selected as one of the three overage players for the 2021 Southeast Asian Games, where he also captained the U-23 national team. During the tournament, he scored a goal against the Timor-Leste U-23 team. His contributions helped the team secure the bronze medal at the event.
5. Career statistics
5.1. International appearances
| National team | Year | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | 2012 | 4 | 0 |
| 2013 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2014 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2016 | 10 | 1 | |
| 2017 | 4 | 0 | |
| 2018 | 8 | 1 | |
| 2021 | 7 | 0 | |
| 2022 | 12 | 2 | |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 | |
| Total | 57 | 4 | |
5.2. International goals
5.2.1. Senior national team goals
| No. | Date | Venue | Cap | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22 November 2016 | Philippine Sports Stadium, Bocaue, Philippines | 18 | Philippines | 1-0 | 2-2 | 2016 AFF Championship |
| 2 | 17 November 2018 | Rajamangala Stadium, Bangkok, Thailand | 33 | Thailand | 2-4 | 2-4 | 2018 AFF Championship |
| 3 | 14 June 2022 | Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium, Kuwait City, Kuwait | 50 | Nepal | 3-0 | 7-0 | 2023 AFC Asian Cup qualification |
| 4 | 24 September 2022 | Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium, Bandung, Indonesia | 51 | Curaçao | 2-1 | 3-2 | Friendly |
5.2.2. U-23 national team goals
| No. | Date | Location | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 10 May 2022 | Việt Trì Stadium, Phú Thọ, Vietnam | Timor-Leste U-23 | 3-0 | 4-1 | 2021 Southeast Asian Games |
6. Honours
Fachruddin Wahyudi Aryanto has accumulated several team and individual honors throughout his football career.
6.1. International
- Indonesia**
- AFF Championship runner-up: 2016, 2020
- Aceh World Solidarity Cup runner-up: 2017
- Indonesia SEA Games**
- Southeast Asian Games bronze medal: 2021
6.2. Individual
- Liga 1 Best XI: 2018
- Indonesia Soccer Championship A Best XI: 2016