John Herdman updates Indonesia national team squad ahead of AFF Cup 2026

18 Mwezi wa saba, 2026

Indonesia national team coach John Herdman confirmed the squad for the 2026 AFF Cup is not yet final following injuries to several players.

John Herdman stated the squad for the ASEAN Hyundai Cup 2026 could still change. From 50 players at the training camp in Bali United Training Center, Gianyar, only 23 will be registered.

Mauro Zijlstra suffered a hamstring injury during training and is almost certain to miss out. Yakob Sayuri also left the camp early due to injury, while Luke Vickery failed to join because his club did not grant permission.

Herdman said the team will add one goalkeeper to meet tournament regulations. He praised the facilities at Bali United Training Center and called them world-class.

Indonesia will face Cambodia on 27 July 2026 in Group A alongside Vietnam, Singapore, and the playoff winner between Brunei or Timor Leste.

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Initial reactions on X highlight ongoing training camp in Bali, potential squad adjustments due to injuries, and anticipation for the final 23-player list ahead of AFF Cup 2026. Posts note Herdman's focus on fitness and selections, with some expressing optimism about preparations while acknowledging challenges like injuries and competition.

John Herdman is reportedly expected to take only 23 players to the 2026 AFF Hyundai Cup.

Timnas Indonesia are scheduled to return to Jakarta on 25 July, two days before the tournament opener against Cambodia.

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— Football Indonesia (@ftblindonesia) 16 Julai 2026

Less than 10 days until the AFF Championships yet Herdman & co. haven't announced Timnas' final squad list. We could see some surprises, but it's clear there's quite a few headaches to solve

— Eldi (@lifeofeldi) 18 Julai 2026

Pelatih Timnas Indonesia John Herdman menilai Vietnam menjadi tim yang paling diunggulkan di Piala AFF 2026 karena memiliki persiapan lebih panjang, skuad yang solid, dan pengalaman menjadi juara.

Meski demikian, Herdman menegaskan fokus Timnas Indonesia saat ini adalah… pic.twitter.com/Yo46l46iEl

— Visca Garuda (@ViscaGaruda) 10 Julai 2026

John Herdman Siapkan Skuad Terbaik, Persaingan Timnas Indonesia Menuju Piala AFF 2026 Kian Ketat https://t.co/4scqEDAtVR

— Tajuk Nasional (@TajukNasional) 9 Julai 2026

Jelang Piala AFF 2026, Persib Bandung dan Persija Jakarta menjadi penyumbang pemain terbanyak di skuad sementara Timnas Indonesia. Pelatih John Herdman memanggil 50 pemain untuk mengikuti pemusatan latihan di Bali United Training Centre, Gianyar.

Persib dan Persija sama-sama… pic.twitter.com/yth8YGKUA4

— VivaCoid (@VIVAcoid) 8 Julai 2026

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