Patrick Kluivert is unlikely to experience much culture shock when he starts his time as head coach of Indonesia. The majority of players on the men’s national team were born or raised in the Netherlands,

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The new coach of the Indonesian national team, Patrick Kluivert, said that supporters are the most important part of the Indonesian national team's journey to the 2026 World Cup.

Indonesia announced on Wednesday the appointment of former Netherlands forward Patrick Kluivert as their new men's national team coach, a move to bolster their bid to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

The former Barcelona and Netherlands striker has signed contract until 2027 with an option for an extension, football association says.

Indonesia officially appointed Patrick Kluivert as the new coach of the Indonesian national team on . Here's his brief profile.

Patrick Kluivert is the new national coach of Indonesia. The former Ajax and FC Barcelona forward joins up with the Indonesian Association as the team ranked 127th in the FIFA rankings aim

Former Netherlands forward Patrick Kluivert has been appointed as the new men's national team coach for Indonesia, succeeding Shin Tae-yong. His tenure aims to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup. Kluivert brings experience from roles across European and international teams to the position.

Everybody knows that Indonesia has a vibrant football culture and a deep passion for the game," Kluivert said.

Jakarta: Netherlands and Barcelona legend Patrick Kluivert was named Indonesia coach on Wednesday, with all hopes on him taking the Southeast Asian nation to their first World Cup since independence.

In a statement issued on Wednesday afternoon, the PSSI announced that Kluivert will serve as head coach for two years, from 2025 to 2027, with the possibility of an extension.

Kluivert is scheduled to arrive in Indonesia on Saturday and will be officially introduced to the public the following day.