Persib Coach Give Wejangan To Beckham Putra Who Will Strengthen The Indonesian National Team

JAKARTA - Persib Bandung coach, Bojan Hodak, gave advice or a message to his player, Beckham Putra. This is related to Beckham's involvement in the Indonesian national team which will face China in the 2026 World Cup Qualification continued match.

The Garuda squad will continue its struggle by hosting China at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium (SUGBK), Thursday, June 5, 2025, WIB night.

Beckham Putra became a member of Persib Bandung who was called Patrick Kluivert. He was appointed to replace the injured Septian Bagaskara.

Seeing that his foster children have the trust to help the Indonesian national team, Bojan Hodak hopes and prays that Beckham can get playing minutes and perform optimally.

"I can only wish him (Beckham Putera) luck. I speak to him to do his best."

"If you get a minute to play with the Indonesian national team, this is always important for every player," said Hodak, quoted from the Persib website, Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

Realizing the ability and flight hours of his team at the club that continues to develop, the Croatian coach also believes that Beckham will have a chance to play Kluivert against China later.

"This year, Beckham has really thought about football and saw it was very serious."

"For Beckham, he received the call from the Indonesian national team as a gift for his hard work," said Hodak.

Against China is a crucial match for the Indonesian national team. As the last home game in qualifying, the Red-White Team must win over the Dragons.

Victory will open the Indonesian chance to qualify for the 2026 World Cup either directly or through the Fourth Round of Qualification.

Currently, the Indonesian national team is in fourth position in the 2026 World Cup Qualification Group C standings with a collection of nine points, while China is caretaker with six points.