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.

Patrick Kluivert is unlikely to experience much culture shock when he starts his time as head coach of Indonesia.

Just two days after the shock dismissal of Shin Tae-Yong, Netherlands legend Patrick Kluivert has been announced as the new coach of Indonesia. PSSI, Indonesian football's governing body, confirmed the appointment on Wednesday afternoon, with Kluivert signing an initial two-year contract -- through to 2027 -- that has an extension option.

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.

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

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.

Indonesia announced on Wednesday Dutch soccer legend Patrick Kluivert as the new coach of its men soccer team until 2027 with an option to extend further, its football association said in a statement.

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

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.

The new coach of Indonesian national team, Patrick Kluivert, said that supporters are the most important part for the journey to 2026 World Cup.

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