Indonesian National Team's Game Shocks Mancini, Former Italian Coach Scapegoats Ronaldo et al

Indonesian National Team's Game Shocks Mancini, Former Italian Coach Scapegoats Ronaldo et al

HOLIDAY NEWS - Saudi Arabia's coach, Roberto Mancini, was surprised by the game displayed by the Indonesian National Team. 

The Indonesian national team met Saudi Arabia in the third round of the 2026 World Cup Qualification Asia Zone. Not only was it able to suppress Saudi Arabia's game, the Indonesian National Team was successful in bringing home points to Indonesia. The Indonesian national team itself almost embarrassed Saudi Arabia in front of the public. 

The Saudi Arabia vs Indonesia National Team match will be played at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Jeddah, Friday (6/9/2024), in Group C of the 2026 World Cup Qualification Asia Zone. 

The failure of Saudi Arabia to get full points made Roberto Mancini furious. With their opponents 77 places below them in the FIFA rankings, Saudi Arabia are definitely the favorites to secure victory even with a convincing scoreline. However, Roberto Mancini's team collapsed in front of the public. 

They only got a 1-1 draw. 

Saudi Arabia even fell behind in the 19th minute by a goal from Indonesian striker, Ragnar Oratmangoen. 

The home team only equalized at the end of the first half through Musab Al-Juwayr in the 45+3 minute. 

These results are clearly unsatisfactory for Saudi Arabia. 

The former Italian national team coach blamed the large number of foreign players who play in the Saudi Arabian League, including Cristiano Ronaldo et al. Roberto Mancini admitted that his team was weak and ineffective in front of goal. 

They wasted several opportunities that could guarantee victory. 

"The first match is always difficult and we face opponents who have good players who play in European leagues," said Mancini as quoted by Arriyadiyah. 

"We had problems finishing chances, something we have struggled with in the last few games." "However, we don't just use results as a measure of team performance."

Mancini continued to blame the Saudi Arabian League for not providing many opportunities for national team players to appear. 

With the influx of foreign players led by Cristiano Ronaldo, Saudi Arabian League clubs are taking a backseat to many local players. 

"Saudi Arabian national team players must be starters at their clubs," continued Mancini. 

"I have 20 players who only sit on the bench in local league games."

"There is no solution to this dilemma. We just have to work harder with these players," he concluded. 

Next National Team Results and Schedule

Group C competition in the third round of the 2026 World Cup Qualifications in the Asia Zone starts on Thursday (5/9/2024). 

Group C is filled with Australia, Japan, Saudi Arabia, China, Bahrain and the Indonesian National Team. Japan played their first match in Group C against China at Saitama Stadium, Thursday (5/9/2024). 

The team made by Hajime Moriyasu won by a landslide with a score of 7-0. Seven Japanese goals were scored by Endo (12'), Mitoma (45+2'), Minamino (52', 53'), Ito (77'), Maeda (87'), and Kubo (90+5'). 

With this win, Japan leads Group C. 

Meanwhile, a surprise occurred in Australia's match against Bahrain at Robina Stadium, Gold Coast, Thursday (5/9/2024). 

Playing at home, Australia lost with a score of 0-1. 

Bahrain's goal came at the end of the match through Harry James Souttar's own goal in the 89th minute. 

Meanwhile, the Indonesian National Team faced Saudi Arabia at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Friday (6/9/2024) early morning WIB. 

The Indonesian national team was able to give a surprise by drawing 1-1 against Saudi Arabia. The Indonesian National Team's goal was scored by Ragnar Oratmangoen in the 19th minute. 

Saudi Arabia equalized in the 45+3 minute by Musab Aljuwayr. 

Group C first matchday results

Japan vs China (7-0)

Australia vs Bahrain (0-1)

Saudi Arabia vs Indonesia National Team (1-1)

Group C second matchday schedule

September 10, 2024

Bahrain vs Japan, Bahrain National Stadium, 23.00 WIB

China vs Saudi Arabia, Dalian Suoyuwan Football Stadium, 19.00 WIB

Indonesian vs Australia national team, Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, 19.00 WIB. (*)

Permainan Timnas Indonesia Buat Mancini Terkejut, Eks Pelatih Italia Kambing Hitamkan Ronaldo dkk

HOLIDAY NEWS  -Pelatih Arab Saudi, Roberto Mancini dibuat terkejut dengan permainan yang ditampilkan Timnas Indonesia.

Timnas Indonesia bersua Arab Saudi pada round ketiga Kualifikasi Piala Dunia 2026 Zona Asia.

Tak hanya mampu meredam permainan Arab Saudi, Timnas Indonesia sukses membawa pulang poin ke Tanah Air.

Timnas Indonesia sendiri nyaris membuat Arab Saudi malu di hadapan publiknya.

Laga Arab Saudi vs Timnas Indonesia, tersaji di Stadion King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah, Jumat (6/9/2024), pada Grup C Kualifikasi Piala Dunia 2026 Zona Asia.

Kegagalan Arab Saudi meraih poin penuh membuat Roberto Mancini geram.

Dengan lawan berada 77 peringkat di bawah mereka dalam ranking FIFA, Arab Saudi pastinya sangat diunggulkan bakal mengamankan kemenangan bahkan dengan skor yang meyakinkan.

Tetapi, tim asuhan Roberto Mancini malah terjungkal di hadapan publik sendiri.

Mereka hanya mendapatkan hasil imbang 1-1.

Arab Saudi bahkan tertinggal lebih dulu pada menit ke-19 oleh gol striker Indonesia, Ragnar Oratmangoen.

Tim tuan rumah baru menyamakan kedudukan di akhir babak pertama lewat Musab Al-Juwayr di menit ke-45+3.

Hasil tersebut jelas tidak memuaskan bagi Arab Saudi.

Eks Pelatih Timnas Italia itu menyalahkan banyaknya pemain-pemain asing yang bermain di Liga Arab Saudi, di antaranya Cristiano Ronaldo dkk.

Roberto Mancini mengakui bahwa tim asuhannya lemah dan tidak efektif di depan gawang.

Mereka membuang beberapa peluang yang bisa menggaransi kemenangan.

"Laga pertama selalu sulit dan kami menghadapi lawan yang memiliki pemain-pemain bagus yang bermain di liga-liga Eropa," kata Mancini seperti dikutip dari Arriyadiyah.

"Kami punya masalah menyelesaikan peluang, sesuatu yang sudah kami hadapi dalam beberapa pertandingan terakhir."

"Tetapi, kami tidak hanya menggunakan hasil sebagai ukuran buat performa tim."

Mancini lanjut menyalahkan Liga Arab Saudi yang tidak memberikan banyak kesempatan tampil buat pemain-pemain tim nasional.

Dengan gelondongan pemain asing yang dipimpin Cristiano Ronaldo, klub-klub Liga Arab Saudi memang jadi menomorduakan banyak pemain lokal.

"Pemain Timnas Arab Saudi harus menjadi starter di klubnya," lanjut Mancini.

"Saya punya 20 pemain yang hanya duduk di bangku cadangan dalam pertandingan-pertandingan liga lokal."

"Tidak ada solusi untuk dilema ini. Kami hanya harus bekerja lebih keras dengan pemain-pemain ini," pungkasnya. 

Hasil dan Jadwal Timnas Selanjutnya

Persaingan Grup C putaran ketiga Kualifikasi Piala Dunia 2026 Zona Asia dimulai pada Kamis (5/9/2024).

Grup C diisi oleh Australia, Jepang, Arab Saudi, China, Bahrain, dan Timnas Indonesia.

Jepang memainkan laga perdama mereka di Grup C dengan melawan China di Saitama Stadium, Kamis (5/9/2024).

Tim besutan Hajime Moriyasu itu menang telak dengan skor 7-0.

Tujuh gol Jepang dicetak oleh Endo (12'), Mitoma (45+2'), Minamino (52', 53'), Ito (77'), Maeda (87'), dan Kubo (90+5').

Dengan kemenangan ini, Jepang memimpin Grup C.

Sementara itu kejutan terjadi pada laga Australia melawan Bahrain di Robina Stadium, Gold Coast, Kamis (5/9/2024).

Bermain di kandang sendiri, Australia kalah dengam skor 0-1.

Gol Bahrain terjadi di penghujung laga melalui gol bunuh diri Harry James Souttar pada menit ke-89.

Sementara itu, Timnas Indonesia menghadapi Arab Saudi di King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Jumat (6/9/2024) dini hari WIB.

Timnas Indonesia mampu memberi kejutan dengan bermain imbang 1-1 lawan Arab Saudi.

Gol Timnas Indonesia dicetak oleh Ragnar Oratmangoen pada menit ke-19.

Arab Saudi menyamakan kedudukan pada menit ke-45+3 oleh Musab Aljuwayr.

Hasil matchday pertama Grup C

Jepang vs China (7-0)

Australia vs Bahrain (0-1)

Arab Saudi vs Timnas Indonesia (1-1)

Jadwal matchday kedua Grup C

10 September 2024

Bahrain vs Jepang, Bahrain Nasional Stadium, 23.00 WIB

China vs Arab Saudi, Dalian Suoyuwan Football Stadium, 19.00 WIB

Timnas Indonesia vs Australia, Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, 19.00 WIB. (*)