Although Not Included In The Squad, Ernando Ari Is Optimistic That The Indonesian National Team Will Win Vs Saudi Arabia

Ernando Ari Sutaryadi believes that the Indonesian national team will win against Saudi Arabia (Instagram/@nandoariiiss).

Persebaya Surabaya goalkeeper Ernando Ari Sutaryadi still supports the Indonesian national team even though this time he was not elected to the squad.

Ahead of the match against Saudi Arabia, Ernando expressed optimism that the Garuda Squad could win its first three points in Group C of the 2026 World Cup Qualification Third Round of the Asian Zone.

"From the experience of yesterday's first meeting (September 20240, Saudi Arabia should be wary of their counter attack strategy. They are also a team that has long joined, meaning the strategy is also mature."

"I am optimistic that my friends can win. The score is a 1-0 prediction for Indonesia," said Ernando on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, as reported by Antara.

In addition, according to him, there are several good Saudi Arabian players in terms of technique and games. However, this is not a big problem because the Indonesian national team also has good players.

In essence, Ernando believes the Garuda Squad can rise after losing to Japan 0-4 on November 15, 2024.

"I still believe in this team because everyone wants to fight and continue to evaluate."

"Continue to be enthusiastic for all my friends, you can definitely (win) against Saudi Arabia," said Ernando.

Ernando Ari was not chosen by Shin Tae-yong because he was still recovering after suffering an injury at the club.

Meanwhile, the Indonesian national team will play the sixth match of Group C of the Third Round of the 2026 World Cup Qualification in the Asian Zone against Saudi Arabia.

The Indonesia vs Saudi Arabia duel will be held at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium (SUGBK), Jakarta, on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 19.00 WIB.

Currently, the Indonesian national team is at the bottom of Group C with three points from three draws and two defeats. While Saudi Arabia is in third place with six points.