Indonesia expected to outplay China inWorld Cup qualifier, according to Kluivert confidence.
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Here's the lowdown on Indonesia's World Cup dreams amidst a tough battle in Group C of the Asian qualifiers. Sitting comfortably in fourth place, the Indonesian squad is knocking on the door for a spot at the 2026 World Cup in North America. However, they've got some ground to cover to make it happen.
Currently, Indonesia finds itself four points behind Australia, who are occupying the second and last automatic qualification spot. With Saudi Arabia close behind on third place, the competition is heated. To secure their place, Indonesia needs to assert dominance and make a move up the rankings.
Ahead of their crucial match in Jakarta, coach Kluivert expressed confidence in his team, telling reporters that he believes his team will pull off what they've been practicing. He led his squad on a preparatory training camp on the exotic resort island of Bali, ready to face the challenges ahead.
Japan has already clinched the top spot in Group C, securing their ticket to North America in 2026. This leaves only one automatic spot open,and Australia is in a commanding position due to their 13 points.
With two rounds of matches left, Indonesia has a chance to turn the tide. Their next match against China is a vital encounter, as the winner will advance to the fourth round of qualifying. If Indonesia emerges victorious, they will create a strong foundation to secure a spot in the interconfederation playoff[3].
If Indonesia fails to make it into the top-two in the third round, their World Cup journey will continue through an additional round of qualifying, as they look to punch their ticket via the playoffs. Winning matches against teams from other confederations[2][3] could be the key to unlocking their World Cup dreams.
The Jakarta clash against China is shaping up to be a thrilling encounter, with around 76,000 fans expected to fill the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium. Kluivert hopes the energetic crowd will propel his team to victory and bolster their World Cup chances[1].
Indonesia currently ranks 123rd in the world according to FIFA[1]. With their hard work and dedication, they're determined to climb the rankings and secure a place on the global stage once again, just like they did when Indonesia gained independence as a country in 1945[4].
Stay tuned as the race for the 2026 World Cup unfolds!
Sources:[1] AFP, 2025[2] FIFA.com[3] FourFourTwo[4] Jakarta Post
The Indonesian football team aims to excel in the upcoming match against China to boost their sports performance and move closer to the World Cup in 2026. With a strong crowd cheering them on at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, they hope to triumph and further their sports ambitions.
