The Indonesian National Team Is Asked To Be Enthusiastic And Hard Work In Facing Japan

The Indonesian national team was asked to go all out against Japan (VOI/Ferry Tri Adi Sasono).

JAKARTA - PSSI General Chairperson (Ketum), Erick Thohir, conveyed a message for the Indonesian national team ahead of the Japanese opponents in the Third Round of the 2026 World Cup Qualification. The Garuda squad was asked to remain enthusiastic and continue to work hard.

On paper, Japan is more favored to win the match. However, Garuda's squad's high motivation is believed to be able to make a surprise for opponents.

Erick Thohir was also seen giving encouragement directly to Indonesian national team players during a training session at the Madya Stadium, Senayan, Jakarta, Wednesday, November 13, 2024.

The moment was shared directly through his personal Instagram, where Erick seemed to greet the players and coaching staff. Also involved in conversations with several players.

"Appressing the Indonesian national team players who will face Japan," Erick wrote on Instagram, quoted on Thursday, November 14, 2024.

"High enthusiasm and hard work are ready for players to show for Indonesian football to appear on the world stage," continued Erick.

As far as the Third Round of Qualification for the 2026 World Cup, Japan has become an unbeaten team. Of the four matches that have been played, Hajime Moriyasu's team recorded three wins and one draw.

With a score of 10 points, Japan leads the top of the Group C standings.

Meanwhile, the Indonesian national team is in fifth place with three points from the results of three series and one defeat.

The Indonesia vs Japan meeting will be held at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium on Friday, November 15, 2024.