Indonesia won 2-0 against Saudi Arabia in the third Asian qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA North-China World Cup at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia on the 19th (Korea time).스포츠토토
Marcelino Ferdinand blew up multiple goals to lead the team's victory. There were variables such as Justin Herbner being sent off in the 44th minute of the second half, but he overcame them to win.
Previously, Indonesia had been sluggish in the preliminary round with three draws and two losses. However, the team garnered its first win by defeating Saudi Arabia despite its inferiority complex, and at the same time, it rose to third place in Group C, boosting its chances of advancing to the World Cup.
The Indonesian media is also praising Shin Tae-yong and his players. "This is probably one of the most surprising victories for the international soccer community as well. Indonesia, ranked 130th in the FIFA rankings, secured Saudi Arabia at 59th," the Indonesian media said on Sunday. "The difference between the two teams was 71 notches higher, but Shin and his players won the victory."