Thecuy.com – The Indonesian national team faces a major challenge ahead of the 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup, which will be held in Indonesia from 24 September to 5 October 2026. Coach John Herdman will likely have to build a squad without key players such as Jay Idzes, Rizky Ridho and Mees Hilgers, as they are still recovering from injuries.
Jay Idzes suffered an injury while playing for Sassuolo against Juventus on 12 September 2026. He had to be substituted in the 80th minute because of a left‑thigh problem. On the same day, Rizky Ridho also encountered a physical issue while representing Persija Jakarta and could not finish the match. Although his condition is not too concerning, Ridho remains doubtful for the ASEAN Cup. Meanwhile, Mees Hilgers is still in the recovery phase from his injury.
In addition to the three, other players such as Adrian Wibowo, Miliano Jonathans and Marselino Ferdinan are also undergoing rehabilitation. Marselino even does not have a club yet since the injury he suffered during preparations for the 2026 AFF Cup. Shayne Pattynama and Sandy Walsh are also unavailable because their injuries have not fully healed.
This situation forces coach John Herdman to be careful when selecting the squad. Herdman stressed that he wants to ensure all selected players are in peak condition so they can compete at their best. “We already have a clear picture of the squad, but the injuries that have emerged in the final week make us have to be flexible,” said Herdman in Jakarta on 14 September 2026.
On the other hand, Persija Jakarta captain Rizky Ridho showed impressive form before suffering a minor injury. After leading Persija to a dramatic 2‑1 victory over Persib Bandung in the 2026/2027 Super League, Ridho affirmed that his team’s journey is far from over and they will not be complacent. The win also ended Persib’s dominance over the past three years, marking a positive momentum for Persija and Rizky Ridho.
In that match, Persija’s coach Shin Tae‑yong also praised new striker Ivan Mamut, who became the hero with a goal in extra time. Shin Tae‑yong explained that Rizky Ridho was substituted due to a foot problem that arose in the second half, with Jordi Amat coming in to replace him. Nevertheless, Shin considered that Persija showed positive development in ball possession and the chances created.
Spectator enthusiasm was very high at the El Clasico between Persija and Persib at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium, with a total attendance of 58 961 people, all of whom were Persija supporters or The Jakmania. A policy of not allowing Persib supporters was implemented for security and comfort reasons during the match.
Given the uncertain condition of the national squad and the fact that several key players are still in the recovery process, John Herdman has to think hard about constructing the best formation for the 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup. This decision is crucial to maintain the Indonesian team’s performance in the tournament held on home soil, while also taking advantage of the full support of local fans.
Recent developments regarding player readiness will be critical in determining the strategy and chances for the Indonesian national team to achieve the best results in the competition. Herdman and the coaching staff are expected to announce the official player list soon after confirming the physical condition of the players to ensure they are ready to play.
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