Wataru Endo Girang Japan Is Warmly Welcomed In Indonesia

JAKARTA The players of the Japanese and Liverpool national teams, Wataru Endo, feel excited because they receive warm welcome from supporters and Indonesian national team players.

Japan will be hosted by the Indonesian national team in the Group C match of the Third Round of the 2026 World Cup Qualification in the Asian Zone at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium (SUGBK), Friday, November 15, 2024, WIB night.

"Indonesia is very enthusiastic about football. Many players and supporters really welcome us," Wataru said at a press conference on Thursday, November 14, 2024.

Wataru and his friends have started arriving in Indonesia since the beginning of this week. They also feel so comfortable being here even though they are opponents.

The captain said that the people here really accepted their presence. For that, he wants to be able to give the best spectacle during tonight's clashes.

"I feel very warm (welcoming) atmosphere. So, I will continue to show respect and maximize my best performance," said the captain.

The duel between the Indonesian vs Japan national team is the fifth match of Group C. The match will be a tough test for the Garuda Squad.

Qualityily, the Indonesian national team is still far below the squad made by coach Hajime Moriyasu.

Currently Japan is unbeaten and sits at the top of Group C with 10 points. Meanwhile, the Indonesian national team is in fifth place with three points.

From the previous four matches, Japan won three times and drew one time. On the other hand, the Indonesian national team played three draws and lost once.