John Herdman Vows to Revamp Indonesia Squad After AFF Cup Exit
Indonesia national team coach John Herdman has vowed to revamp the Garuda squad following their failure to advance to the AFF Cup semifinals.
Indonesia national team coach John Herdman has vowed to overhaul the Garuda squad and inject a new spirit after their failure to progress to the 2026 AFF Cup semifinals. The team was held to a 1-1 draw by Singapore at Jalan Besar Stadium, Singapore, on August 7, 2026. Herdman expressed dissatisfaction with the refereeing but stressed that discussing it further would only lead to trouble.
He acknowledged that Singapore had a solid defense and admitted that his team missed chances to secure a win. Herdman urged patience as the team prepares for the upcoming FIFA ASEAN Cup, which presents a valuable opportunity for improvement. He noted that the 2026 AFF Cup experience has provided important lessons, particularly in controlling emotions and maintaining focus.
Herdman expressed enthusiasm for a potential future encounter with Singapore in the FIFA ASEAN Cup, emphasizing the need for the team to learn from their mistakes and avoid minor errors in the next tournament.
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