Indonesia national team has a new coach.

PSSI has placed its trust in former Canada national team coach John Herdman, hoping to lead Indonesian football to victory in the 2026 AFF Cup and progress further in the World Cup qualifiers.

Coach John Herdman will become the head coach of the Indonesian national team.

The Indonesian Football Federation (PSSI) has finalized an agreement to appoint John Herdman as head coach of the national team for a two-year term, with an option to extend for another two years, according to Bola . He will also take on the role of leading the Indonesian U23 team. The official announcement is expected to take place in the coming days, delivered by PSSI President Erick Thohir.

The selection of Herdman is seen as a strategic move by PSSI (Indonesian Football Association) as the Indonesian national team aims for ambitious goals. The federation has set its sights on winning the 2026 AFF Cup, while also preparing for challenging World Cup qualifiers scheduled for March 2026.

Herdman is no stranger to the sport. He led the Canadian national team to the 2022 World Cup, leaving a strong impression with his organizational skills and ability to develop players. With that experience, PSSI believes he can create a solid foundation for the Indonesian national team, both at the senior national team and the U23 level.

The 2+2 contract structure is designed to align with the current term of the PSSI leadership. The federation emphasizes its desire to avoid leaving a burden on the next generation of leaders, a lesson learned from previous contracts.

In addition to his professional duties, Herdman will soon have to work with domestic clubs, especially those in the BRI Super League such as Persija and Persib, to establish connections in team selection and development. He is also allowed to bring in foreign assistants, but PSSI prioritizes appointing more local assistants to ensure continuity.

The challenge for Herdman is considerable. Indonesian football is under pressure to achieve results, while fan expectations are growing. But with a track record of leading a mid-level team like Canada to the World Cup, Herdman is expected to usher in a new chapter for Indonesian football in the coming period.

Source: https://znews.vn/tuyen-indonesia-co-hlv-moi-post1613890.html