Indonesia and Kluivert part ways after FIFA World Cup 2026 miss
Summary
Patrick Kluivert and Indonesia's national football team have parted ways after failing to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Kluivert, appointed for two years in January, managed the team for eight matches but did not secure the necessary wins. Both he and the Indonesian Football Association decided to end his contract mutually.Key Facts
- Patrick Kluivert served as Indonesia’s coach for nine months.
- Indonesia did not qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 after losing to Iraq and Saudi Arabia.
- Kluivert's record as coach was three wins, four losses, and one draw in eight matches.
- He signed a two-year contract with the team in January 2023.
- Most players in the final team roster were born overseas, mainly in the Netherlands.
- The Indonesian Football Association announced Kluivert's departure as a mutual decision.
- Kluivert previously played for top clubs like Ajax, AC Milan, and Barcelona.
- Before Indonesia, Kluivert coached Adana Demirspor in Turkiye and was a caretaker coach for Curacao.
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