Adhe

Adhe Makayasa

News editor

Adhe has previously worked for ESPN Star Sports, Fox Sports, and FIFA.

Manchester United was Adhe's first love, and he has since been covering the Premier League and European football for GOAL.

Adhe's favorite football memory is covering the Indonesia vs. Netherlands match at GBK in 2013, and randomly meeting Radja Nainggolan in the stands of Sultan Agung Stadium, Bantul, when the former Inter player was playing for Bhayangkara FC.

Adhe's areas of expertise after over a decade and thousands of football matches:

  • Deep knowledge of both Indonesian and European football
  • Premier League analysis
  • Covering a wide range of editorial topics

Adhe's All-Time XI (4-1-2-3) Edwin van der Sar; Dani Alves, Paolo Maldini, Nemanja Vidic, Roberto Carlos; Roy Keane; Xavi, Paul Scholes; Lionel Messi, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Cristiano Ronaldo.

Articles by Adhe Makayasa
  1. Perez ready to make unpopular Arbeloa decision amid Klopp links

    Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is reportedly prepared to sack Alvaro Arbeloa this summer following a disappointing campaign at Santiago Bernabeu. Despite the head coach enjoying significant support from within the dressing room and certain sections of the board, the club hierarchy is already considering elite replacements to restore domestic and European dominance.

  2. Tuchel told 'complete' midfielder Gibbs-White is 'worth' WC spot

    Nottingham Forest playmaker Morgan Gibbs-White is reportedly mounting a serious challenge for a spot in Thomas Tuchel’s England World Cup squad following a spectacular run of form. Despite being omitted from the recent 35-man provisional group, the 26-year-old’s recent hat-trick against Burnley has reignited the debate regarding his inclusion ahead of the summer tournament.

  3. Yamal blamed for injury after private jet McDonald's 'boast'

    Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal faces a race against time to be fit for the World Cup after sustaining a serious hamstring injury against Celta Vigo. The 18-year-old was targeted by a television presenter who claimed the winger's recent social media post featuring McDonald's on a private jet suggests a lack of professional discipline.

  4. Barca won't sign Rashford after he wasted 'golden chance'

    Barcelona are reportedly preparing to allow Marcus Rashford to return to Manchester United this summer following an underwhelming loan spell at Camp Nou. Despite initial interest in a permanent deal, club officials have cooled on the 28-year-old after he failed to deliver during a crucial sequence of fixtures in the Champions League and Copa del Rey.

  5. Man Utd staff think Yoro-Heaven can 'be as good as Gabriel & Saliba'

    Certain staff members within Manchester United are hailing the potential of Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven, suggesting that the duo can be "as good as" Arsenal’s elite pairing of Gabriel and William Saliba. As the club nears Champions League qualification under Michael Carrick, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his leadership team are simultaneously plotting a move for Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven to bolster the backline.

  1. Revealed: How much Chelsea will have to pay sacked Rosenior

    Chelsea have successfully avoided a staggering £24 million compensation payout following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior after just 104 days at the helm. While the board has faced intense scrutiny for the club's recent decline, a strategic break clause embedded within the manager's eight-year contract has saved the Blues from a massive financial hit.

  2. 'Tired' England play with 'fear' at major tournaments - Capello

    Former England manager Fabio Capello has issued a stern warning to Thomas Tuchel regarding the psychological and physical hurdles facing the Three Lions ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The Italian suggests that Tuchel must urgently address a deep-seated culture of "fear" and fatigue if England are to compete for the trophy in North America.

  3. Rashford & De Jong among FIVE Barca stars set to be moved on in summer

    Barcelona are preparing for a significant squad overhaul this summer, which could see five high-profile players depart the Camp Nou, including Marcus Rashford and Frenkie de Jong. Despite their domestic dominance in La Liga, the Catalan giants are looking to balance their books and refresh the first-team following another disappointing exit from the Champions League at the hands of Atletico Madrid.

  4. Toni Kroos

    Real Madrid icon Kroos responds to retirement U-turn suggestions

    Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos has firmly dismissed suggestions of a sensational return to professional football two years after his retirement. During an appearance at the 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards, the 36-year-old insisted that he has no intention of reversing his decision despite ongoing speculation regarding the current atmosphere in Madrid.

  5. Sterling to LEAVE Feyenoord as contract extension ruled out

    Raheem Sterling is set to leave Feyenoord at the end of the season after the Dutch giants reportedly ruled out a contract extension for the former Manchester City and Chelsea winger. The 31-year-old arrived in Rotterdam with significant fanfare in February but has struggled to live up to sky-high expectations during a difficult short-term stint.