The match between Indonesia and Japan in the final round of the third qualifying round for the 2026 World Cup is just a formality. Japan has secured a ticket to the World Cup, while Indonesia has entered the fourth qualifying round.
Coach Kluivert announced that Indonesia wants to get a good result against Japan (Photo: AFC).
However, ahead of this match, Coach Kluivert still affirmed Indonesia's determination to win. The Dutch strategist said: "The whole team is full of confidence after the victory against China.
I know Japan is the strongest team in Asia. They have good technique and a very high level. This match is also in Japan. However, we will try to show our best ability to win.
Indonesia has secured a ticket to the fourth qualifying round of the 2026 World Cup, but I believe the players will still try their best. We will achieve good results to close the third qualifying round."
Meanwhile, coach Hajime Moriyasu was cautious when talking about Indonesia: “Their policy is to use naturalized players to strengthen their team. They have improved a lot compared to before. They are developing to reach the top of Asia.
Coach Hajime Moriyasu believes Indonesia can compete at world class level (Photo: AFC).
Although Indonesia is an Asian team, most of their players play in Europe. So I think this team can compete at world standards.”
In the first leg, Indonesia lost 0-4 at home to Japan. However, at that time, the team was led by coach Shin Tae Yong. Indonesia has changed quite a lot since coach Kluivert took over the team. In addition, Garuda (the nickname of the Indonesian team) has also added many quality naturalized players.
Therefore, Indonesia hopes to get a favorable result against Japan. Remember, the "Samurai Blue" proactively used the B team in the match against Australia when they were sure to have a ticket to the World Cup.
The match between Japan and Indonesia will take place at 5:35 p.m. on June 10.
Source: https://dantri.com.vn/the-thao/hlv-kluivert-tuyen-bo-danh-thep-hlv-nhat-ban-noi-dieu-bat-ngo-ve-indonesia-20250609200924987.htm
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