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Indonesia national team coach John Herdman has begun calling players for a training camp from May 26-30, 2026, in Jakarta ahead of the 2026 AFF Cup. Four Persija Jakarta players—Fajar Fathurrahman, Eksel Runtukahu, Shayne Pattynama, and Witan Sulaeman—are included in the initial list per a PSSI letter dated April 22, 2026. The absence of Rizky Ridho has drawn public attention.

April 22, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir condemned racism following an incident in the Elite Pro Academy U-20 involving Bhayangkara FC's Fadly Alberto. The player claimed to be a victim of racial slurs before kicking Dewa United's Rakha Nurkholis. Erick stressed the need for early character building in young players.

Vietnam's TheThao247.vn has labeled 2025 a year of profound failure for Indonesian football across senior and youth levels, blaming frequent coach changes, U-23 team collapses, and internal PSSI conflicts for eroding the national team's playing identity.

December 19, 2025 በAI የተዘገበ

The rumor of appointing John Herdman as the new coach for Indonesia's national team has not reached a final decision, according to PSSI Vice Chairman Zainudin Amali. Negotiations are ongoing following the sacking of Patrick Kluivert due to failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. UK media Sky Sports reported that Herdman has undergone an interview as a strong candidate.

Jean Paul Van Gastel, PSIM Yogyakarta coach and former assistant to Giovanni van Bronckhorst, expressed surprise at rumors of his colleague coaching Indonesia's national team. He highlighted Van Bronckhorst's Maluku heritage as a possible factor. Meanwhile, PSSI is interviewing coaching candidates in Europe.

November 25, 2025 በAI የተዘገበ

PSSI is seeking a new coach for Indonesia's national team after dismissing Patrick Kluivert due to failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Giovanni van Bronckhorst, who has Maluku heritage, emerges as a strong candidate among five names mentioned by Erick Thohir. British media reports he is being considered for the role.