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Indonesia is in crisis due to the departure of its main goaltender.
Indonesia's Okebonbola reported on the 11th (Korea time) 'Indonesia was injured ahead of the World Cup qualifying round, and coach Patrick Kluibert was also angry'
Okezonbola said "'Indonesia's Ole Romeni left with an injury, and Kluibert was furious. The misfortune was inevitable. Romeni, who played for Oxford United in the 2025 Presidential Cup, was injured in the match. The game started off smoothly. Romeni also scored in the 9th minute of the first half. But before long, he was struck on the ankle by the opposing winger and was stretchered off the field.
Romney then complained, but immediately deleted the SNS post. What is certain is that he is disappointed with the referee for not letting him leave after being tackled by the opposing winger. The coach also said his injuries were very serious. 'If Romeni is out until October, it will be a very big loss for Indonesia.'"
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Indonesia succeeded in advancing to the fourth qualifying round by ranking fourth in Group C in the third qualifying round for the 2026 North-China World Cup. Cluibert, who took the helm after Shin Tae-yong left the team due to the sudden replacement of the Indonesian association, will be recognized for his performance by advancing to the fourth qualifying round.
However, if it falls out of the fourth qualifying round, the situation may be different. Already, some Indonesian media have argued that Kluivert should be replaced if he fails to advance to the World Cup. However, Erik Tohir, chairman of the Indonesian Football Association, said Kluibert will be watching while he completes the contract period.
Romney's departure in this situation is painful. Romeni, who was called up to the Dutch national team by age in the past, but joined the Indonesian national team for the first time through naturalization in 2025, scored three goals in the last four games of the third qualifying round, contributing to Indonesia's advance to the fourth qualifying round. As he is the hottest scorer in Indonesia, if Romeni leaves by October, it may be difficult to expect a good result in the fourth qualifying round. For Coach Kluisbert, it is expected that he will urgently need to come up with alternatives due to his absence.
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Meanwhile, it has been reported that the Indonesian Football Association will naturalize Mauro Jeilstra to reinforce its offense. Jeilstra plays for Volendam, a Dutch second division team.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
