Indonesia’s national football team is setting its sights on a historic goal: qualifying for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Newly appointed head coach john Herdman is emphasizing the critical need for unity between players, staff, and the passionate Indonesian fanbase – known as the Garuda faithful – to achieve this ambitious objective. Herdman’s message, delivered via Bali United’s Instagram page, frames the endeavor as a long-term project requiring collaborative support through both successes and challenges.
Jakarta, CNN Indonesia —
Indonesia national team head coach John Herdman has issued a rallying cry to the Garuda faithful as the nation sets its sights on qualifying for the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
Herdman stressed the vital importance of unity between the team, coaching staff, and supporters in achieving this ambitious goal for Indonesian football.
The national team’s journey, according to Herdman, won’t be a quick sprint, but a long and collaborative effort focused on reaching the 2030 tournament.
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“I think the message to the supporters is this is a journey we’re going to take together. There’s a major goal, and if we look long-term, it’s to get to the 2030 [World Cup],” Herdman stated, as quoted on the Bali United Instagram page.
“And we’re all part of a story that could be incredible for this country, and we can all contribute in our own ways. Whether that’s me selecting the team and supporting the players in the locker room, or you supporting us in the stands, through the good times and the bad. I think that’s what the supporter base does, and it’s an exciting time,” Herdman added.
Herdman emphasized the crucial role the fans play in the success of the Indonesian national team, offering unwavering support in both victory and adversity.
He expressed optimism that, with the right approach and collaborative spirit, Indonesian football can undergo a transformative change for the better.
“If we do it right, we’re going to change this country forever,” Herdman declared.
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