The recent victory over Saudi Arabia helped the Indonesian team maintain their hope of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup finals, as they continued their journey through the 3rd qualifying round. However, despite that important victory, coach Shin Tae-yong was fired and replaced by coach Patrick Kluivert, a former Dutch football star.
Star Marselino Ferdinan, an Indonesian midfielder, shared his thoughts on this change.
He said in an interview with Oxford United: "It is likely that the leadership style of coaches Shin Tae-yong and Patrick Kluivert will be different. They come from different football backgrounds.
Marselino also did not forget to mention his former teacher Shin Tae-yong. He said: "Previously, coach Shin Tae-yong used Korean football style for the Indonesian team. We focus on defense, playing disciplined football and working very hard."
Regarding new coach Patrick Kluivert, despite skepticism, Marselino was excited: "Coach Kluivert comes from the Netherlands, which is famous for all-out football. I am very eager to work with Mr. Kluivert.
I want to know how coach Patrick Kluivert builds the team? What is the strategy? What is the main playing style of the Indonesian team under coach Kluivert? ".
The first match of the Indonesian team under the leadership of coach Patrick Kluivert will be a visit to Australia on March 20, within the framework of the 3rd qualifying round of the 2026 World Cup in Asia.
Currently, Australia is ranked 2nd in Group C with 7 points after 6 matches, while Indonesia is 1 point behind its opponent and right behind.
