October 16, 2025 | 02:15 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian Football Association (PSSI) has expressed its gratitude to Patrick Kluivert and his coaching staff for their dedication and contribution to the national team, following the Dutch coach’s dismissal.
“After working intensively together for nearly 12 months, PSSI extends its highest appreciation to Coach Patrick Kluivert and his staff for their dedication and contribution to Indonesian football,” read a statement posted on PSSI’s official Instagram account on Thursday, October 16, 2025, shortly before noon Western Indonesia Time.
Kluivert was appointed head coach of the Indonesian national team on January 8, succeeding South Korea’s Shin Tae-yong, who was dismissed earlier that month during the third round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
The 49-year-old Dutchman, a former Barcelona and Netherlands striker, was originally contracted for two years but parted ways with PSSI halfway through his term. During his tenure, he led Indonesia in eight senior matches, including several World Cup qualifiers.
Kluivert was tasked with guiding Indonesia to its first-ever World Cup appearance in 2026, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19 next year. However, the team’s hopes ended after consecutive defeats in the fourth round of Asian qualifiers.
Indonesia was officially eliminated from the qualifiers after losing 0–1 to Iraq on Sunday, October 12, following a 2–3 loss to Saudi Arabia two days earlier.
Both matches were held at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah. The two defeats left Indonesia at the bottom of Group B standings.
After the losses, Kluivert and his coaching team returned to the Netherlands, leaving their future uncertain until Thursday’s official announcement.
“After an open and respectful discussion, both parties agreed to end the collaboration,” PSSI said in its statement. “We thank Coach Patrick Kluivert and his team for the commitment and professionalism they have demonstrated.”
“Their spirit and presence in Indonesia will always be remembered with respect. We wish them the best in their future endeavors,” the federation added.
PSSI also confirmed Kluivert’s dismissal through an announcement on its official website on Thursday afternoon.
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