Tactics Fight Shin Tae-yong And Branko Ivankovic In The China Vs Indonesia Match

Branko Ivankovic has learned the game of the Indonesian national team (doc. AFC).

JAKARTA - The Chinese vs Indonesia duel will be presented in the fourth match of Group C of the Third Round of the 2026 World Cup Qualification at the Qingdao Youth Football Stadium, Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 19.00 WIB.

The coaches of both teams, Branko Ivankovic and Shin Tae-yong, have both analyzed the opponent's weaknesses and strengths.

Neither Ivankovic nor Shin Tae-yong would want to boast about the chances of their foster children.

The Indonesian national team coach said the chances of both teams were open to winning. Only a team that can take advantage of the minimum opportunity may come out as winners.

Shin Tae-yong has seen China's previous three matches. Dragon Team's deep and sturdy defense is of concern.

"China has played against several top teams in Asia who may explain their difficulties. They are using a four-back system."

"There is no team that we can underestimate. We have to perform as well as possible. I hope we can look strong," said Shin Tae-yong.

For three years, Ivankovic also realized that the Indonesian national team was a tough team. The Croatian coach assessed that the record of never losing to the Garuda Squad with Asian giants should be watched out for.

Ivankovic said the Garuda Squad had a solid defense. Therefore, he ordered his troops to be more aggressive, press, and appear effective in the duel later.

"Most of the Indonesian national team players are naturalized players from Europe. Their skills and tactics are also more European."

"We've analyzed their characteristics and introduced them to our players."

"I hope our players can show aggressiveness by making tight pressure and playing effectively on the pitch," said Ivankovic.

In terms of Group C standings, China is the team of prisoners who are now at the bottom of the standings without points from three matches.

Meanwhile, the Indonesian national team is right above it, ranked fourth, with a collection of three points.