Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina – The weight of a nation rests on the shoulders of the Italian national team as they prepare for a crucial World Cup playoff final against Bosnia and Herzegovina. For a program steeped in footballing history, the prospect of missing a third consecutive World Cup is almost unthinkable. Italy’s journey to … Read more
Indonesia Futsal Team Sets Sights on Semifinals at 2026 AFF Championship Nonthaburi, Thailand – Indonesia’s national futsal team isn’t aiming for the top spot at the 2026 AFF Futsal Championship, but head coach Hector Souto has set a clear and ambitious target: reaching the tournament’s semifinal stage. The championship is scheduled to take place in … Read more
Indonesia Remains a Top Three ASEAN Football Nation Jakarta – The Indonesia national team continues to hold a position among the top three footballing nations in Southeast Asia, according to the latest FIFA rankings update. Despite a narrow 1-0 defeat to Bulgaria in the final of the 2026 FIFA Series held in Indonesia on Monday, … Read more
Indonesia’s FIFA Ranking Continues Ascent After Dominating Saint Kitts & Nevis Jakarta – The Indonesian national team has climbed another spot in the FIFA world rankings following a convincing 4-0 victory over Saint Kitts & Nevis in a FIFA Series 2026 match. The win, secured at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta on Friday, … Read more
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JAKARTA, Indonesia – Indonesia national team coach John Herdman addressed the surprising omission of defender Dean James from the final 23-man squad for the upcoming FIFA Series 2026, emphasizing respect for the player’s decision and focusing on the team’s preparation. The situation, which sparked speculation regarding James’ availability, has been clarified by both Herdman and … Read more
Amsterdam – Two Indonesian national team players, Dean James and Nathan Tjoe-A-On, are currently facing questions regarding their eligibility to play in the Netherlands. The controversy stems from their citizenship status, prompting a response from the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB). The situation with James arose after he featured for Go Ahead Eagles in a … Read more
Jakarta, Indonesia – John Herdman, the newly appointed head coach of the Indonesian national team, has finalized his 24-man squad for the upcoming FIFA Series 2026, a set of international friendlies intended to build momentum and evaluate talent as the team prepares for future competitions. The roster, a trimmed-down version of the initial 41 players … Read more
Mexico City/Atalanta – Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has announced his squad for upcoming international friendlies against Mexico and the United States, and notably absent from the roster is Cristiano Ronaldo. The decision comes as the 41-year-old Al Nassr forward continues his recovery from a hamstring injury sustained in late February, according to multiple reports. … Read more
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Jakarta, Indonesia – The Indonesia national team is bolstering its coaching staff with the addition of experienced English manager Simon Grayson, ahead of the upcoming FIFA Series 2026. Grayson confirmed his role as an assistant coach to John Herdman, signaling a significant step in the preparations for the international competition. The appointment, first reported on … Read more
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AMSTERDAM – Ajax Amsterdam goalkeeper Maarten Paes has revealed the deeply personal and emotional reason behind his decision to represent the Indonesian national team. The choice, he says, wasn’t simply a footballing calculation, but a profound tribute to his late grandmother and her strong historical ties to Indonesia. Paes’s decision to turn down opportunities with … Read more