Kuncoro
Indonesian footballer (1973–2026)
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Kuncoro[2] (7 March 1973 – 18 January 2026) was an Indonesian footballer who played as a defender and midfielder. He played for Indonesia in the 1994 Independence Cup, the Tiger PSSI and the 1998 Tiger Cup. He won titles in three different seasons: with Arema in 1992−93, PSM Makassar in 1999–2000, and Persik Kediri in 2003.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 7 March 1973 | ||
| Place of birth | Malang, Indonesia | ||
| Date of death | 18 January 2026 (aged 52) | ||
| Place of death | Malang, Indonesia | ||
| Height | 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in)[1] | ||
| Position(s) | |||
| Youth career | |||
| Kaki Mas Dampit | |||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1991−1996 | Arema Malang | ||
| 1996−1997 | Assyabaab | ||
| 1997−1998 | Mitra Surabaya | ||
| 1998−1999 | Persija Jakarta | ||
| 1999−2000 | PSM Makassar | ||
| 2001 | Arema Malang | ||
| 2002 | Gelora Putra Delta | ||
| 2003 | Perseden Denpasar | ||
| 2003 | Persik Kediri | ||
| 2004 | Persijap Jepara | ||
| 2005 | Persegi Gianyar | ||
| 2007 | Persipro Probolinggo | ||
| 2008 | PSIR Rembang | ||
| 2009 | PSMP Mojokerto | ||
| 2010 | Persikubar West Kutai | ||
| 2010 | Bhayangkara FC | ||
| International career | |||
| 1994−1998 | Indonesia | ||
| Managerial career | |||
| 2012–2026 | Arema (assistant coach) | ||
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
In April 2000, he was involved in an incident with Kurniawan Dwi Yulianto and Mursyid Effendi at a Crystal Meth party at the Weta Hotel, Surabaya. He was disciplined by the PSSI Disciplinary Committee.[3] After retiring, he attended a C license trainer course. Until his death, he was assistant coach for Arema.
On 18 January 2026, Kuncoro died of a heart attack while playing football at Gajayana Stadium. He was 52.[4]
Honours
Arema Malang
PSM Makassar
Persik Kediri
- Liga Indonesia Premier Division: 2003
Indonesia
- AFF Championship third place: 1998
