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The captain of PSS Sleman, Kim Jeffrey Kurniawan, appreciated the struggle of the Indonesian National Team in defeating Saudi Arabia in the third round of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers in the Asian zone. In this game, the Garuda Squad won with a score of 2-0.
Indonesia vs Saudi Arabia national team duel took place at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, Jakarta on Tuesday night (19/11). The two winning goals of the Indonesian National Team were scored by brace Marcelino Ferdinand in the 32nd and 57th minutes.
With these results, Rizky Ridho and friends shot to third place in Group C with six points.
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Participating in watching the National Team vs Saudi Arabia match, Kim Kurniawan said he was proud of Shin Tae-yong’s team’s first victory in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers.
“We have to admit that the development of the National Team is amazing now. We can finally keep up with countries that were still far ahead of us in terms of game,” Kim told reporters, Tuesday (19/11/2024) .
According to Kim, if there is still a chance to qualify for the next round, the National Team must give everything to maintain this hope.
“As long as there is still a chance to qualify, we should give everything to keep that hope alive. The best way for us as supporters now is to pray for and supporting the players who are currently defending the National Team,” he said. explained.
Meanwhile, Kim also gave special support to young PSS striker Hokky Caraka, who was also included line up in that game. Even though he did not play, Kim hopes that Hokky can show his abilities if he gets the chance to defend the national team again.
“We all also saw that Hokky had a very important development. He also showed the hard work he did both when he was with the club and the national team with great commitment,” continued the midfielder of German descent.
In addition, Kim hopes that this victory over Saudi Arabia will give Garuda players a boost to get three points again in future matches.
“Congratulations for the national team’s victory tonight. We hope that our current national team will not be satisfied easily and will be hungry to achieve bigger targets so that we can one day to support the national team to play in the World Cup,” he concluded.
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What strategies does Captain Kim believe the Indonesian National Team needs to implement to enhance their chances of qualifying for the next round of the 2026 World Cup?
World-Today News: Good evening, Captain Kim. It’s a pleasure to have you here with us today. Let’s start with your thoughts on the Indonesian National Team’s recent victory over Saudi Arabia in the third round of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers in the Asian zone. What do you think was the most significant factor that contributed to this win?
Captain Kim: Thank you, World-Today News. I think the most significant factor was the team’s determination and hard work. The players showed great resilience and unity throughout the game, and their never-give-up attitude was truly inspiring. They deserve all the credit for this win.
World-Today News: Absolutely! Speaking of the players, there was a particular focus on the performance of Marcelino Ferdinand, who scored a brace in the match. How do you think his contribution impacted the team’s success?
Captain Kim: Marcelino Ferdinand’s performance was outstanding. His brace not only helped the team secure the win but also boosted the team’s confidence. Having a striker who can score goals is crucial for any team’s success, and Marcelino’s efforts were vital in this game. However, it’s important to note that the whole team played well, and everyone contributed to the victory.
World-Today News: That’s fair. Moving on to the National Team’s head coach, Shin Tae-yong, you mentioned that you are proud of the team’s development under his leadership. Can you elaborate on that? What specifically have you noticed that makes you believe the team has improved under his guidance?
Captain Kim: I believe Shin Tae-yong’s ability to bring together a mix of young and experienced players has been crucial to the team’s development. He has created an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and appreciated. Additionally, he has implemented a strategic game plan that plays to the strengths of the team, resulting in more cohesive play and better overall performance.
World-Today News: That’s very insightful. Looking ahead, do you think the team still has a chance of qualifying for the next round? And if so, what do you think needs to happen for that to happen?
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