Jakarta, CNN Indonesia —
A series of abroad players gave a slick performance with their respective clubs. This is a positive signal for Indonesian national team who will fight in the fourth round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
The Indonesian national team will travel to Jeddah to face Saudi Arabia (October 8) and Iraq (October 11) in the fourth round of the 2026 Asian Zone World Cup qualifiers. The preparation time is so narrow because it is not until one month of struggle.
Indonesian national team coach, Patrick Kluivert only has an effective day -to -day formula. Because, the players are likely to be able to gather shortly before the FIFA calendar begins on October 6.
Because the average competition in Europe has only completed the match week on October 5 local time. As a result the players who voted on the new blue continent joined the tight time.
Take the example of Go Ahead Eagles who were defended by Dean James, and Borussia Monchengladbach which was strengthened by Kevin Diks. They still have a schedule to compete on October 5.
Similarly, players who work in Asia such as Shayne Pattynama and Sandy Walsh. Their club, Buriram United, must also compete on October 5.
Considering the names mentioned are the main foundation of the team, they inevitably have to fulfill their responsibilities before joining the national team. They have to chase time in order to immediately defend the Garuda squad.
Players face the time they have, a busy schedule, up to a long distance to be in the Indonesian national team uniform. Not to mention the status of the match that is so important for the Red and White team in the struggle to the world stage.
Fortunately, the performance of the abroad player with each club is quite promising. This is an important indication that they are able to be consistent in maintaining quality.
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The results of the match at the end of last week could be an important reference. Take the example of Emil Audero Mulyadi who recorded a clean sheet while defending US Cremonsese against Parma. The 28 goalkeeper also managed to conceded in two consecutive matches in Serie A.
Emil’s solid made Kluivert no need to worry about determining the goalkeeper. The former Juventus and Inter Milan goalkeeper could be the first choice during Maarten Paes injured.
Likewise with other abroad players who are both crazy with his team. A neat report card, can support the Indonesian national team in the mission to tackle Saudi Arabia and Iraq. Only Kluivert is the best concoction for slick results.
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The Indonesian national team faces heavy challenges before leaving for Saudi Arabia. The host tactics can make it difficult for the Garuda squad to play completely. But this should not erode optimism for the sake of the gold ticket of the World Cup.
PSSI Chairperson Erick Thohir claimed a series of ‘Factors X’ that could tackle the Indonesian national team. Among these are the schedule of the match, the location of the hotel, to the referee selection.
PSSI has submitted a change in the soccer schedule and has been approved by AFC and FIFA. The hotel did not occupy the committee’s choice. But the referee against Saudi Arabia, has been determined from Kuwait who incidentally is both from the Middle East.
But non -technical pressure needs to be addressed with a cool head. There is no way but to achieve maximum results in the field. Because the Indonesian national team has the capital to win.
The first thing is of course the slick performance of the abroad players in their respective clubs. Only the diaspora is able to maintain physical condition in order to remain excellent.
The second factor is the cohesiveness that has been built. The reason is, the composition of Indonesian national team players is not expected to be much different from FIFA Matchday September.
PSSI ensured that there were no additional naturalized players for October. This allows Kluivert to maximize the existing player stock based on the last trial.
There was a successful tinkering from two matches against Taiwan and Lebanon. Two striking examples are the placement of Eliano Reijnders as attacking midfielders and Calvin Verdonk as midfielders.
Reijnders is able to become a motorbike attack by the Garuda team. Regular flying hours at Persib Bandung can also hone the ability of the younger brother of Manchester City star, Tijjani Reijnders.
Appreciation is also worthy of being given to Verdonk who is able to become a central sector explorer. The player who is now in Lille’s uniform in Ligue 1 enriches the option for Kluivert while maximizing Dean James at the left back post.
On the other hand, PR Kluivert is having to sharpen the front line because it is unclear when the recovery of Romeny. Choice adrift of Mauro Zijlstra as the spearhead.
But a glimmer of hope appeared with Ragnar Oratmangoen who slowly found minutes playing at FCV Dender. Ragnar was absent at the beginning of the season including not participating in the last two matches of the Indonesian national team.
Kluivert hopes that you will be able to show off their cold hands on the sidelines. Two matches next month will also determine the fate of the Garuda squad towards the 2026 World Cup.
