Indonesia on the threshold of World Cup 2026

Indonesia will face Saudi Arabia in the fourth qualifying round of the 2026 World Cup at 0:15 on October 9.

Under the leadership of coach Patrick Kluivert, the Indonesian team has progressed rapidly thanks to a team of naturalized Dutch players.

Two wins against China and Bahrain helped Indonesia enter the fourth qualifying round. Coach Kluivert's team is in Group B with Saudi Arabia and Iraq. The group winner will be guaranteed a ticket to the 2026 World Cup.

Therefore, the clash between Saudi Arabia and Indonesia became an "early final" and the result could affect the "head coach" position of two famous strategists Hervé Renard and Kluivert. In terms of reputation, Kluivert is a legendary striker in world football, but Renard has a lot of experience in coaching.

Indonesia (right) has high hopes of participating in the 2026 World Cup finals. Photo: THE AFC

Under coach Renard, Saudi Arabia plays more disciplined and confident. With a world ranking of 59, Mr. Renard's team is rated higher than Indonesia (FIFA ranking 119). Moreover, the advantage of playing at home at King Abdullah Sports City also helps Saudi Arabia have a bright chance of winning the opening match of the fourth qualifying round of the 2026 World Cup.

In the 5 matches between the two teams, Saudi Arabia won 2, drew 2. However, in the most recent match, Indonesia surprisingly defeated Saudi Arabia with a score of 2-0 in the 3rd qualifying round of the 2026 World Cup held at home. This defeat also indirectly forced Saudi Arabia to compete for a ticket to the 2026 World Cup in Group B of the 4th qualifying round.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/indonesia-truoc-nguong-cua-world-cup-2026-196251007212618269.htm