Indonesia confident ahead of must-win Singapore clash in AFF Cup
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Indonesia's national football team is confident ahead of their crucial AFF Cup match against Singapore.
- A win is necessary for Indonesia to advance to the semifinals, as they currently trail Singapore by one point in Group A.
- Midfielder Marc Klok emphasized the team's unity and ability to bounce back from previous defeats.
The Indonesian national football team is brimming with confidence as they prepare to face Singapore in a decisive ASEAN Championship match. Midfielder Marc Klok stated that confidence is the essential starting point for any team. Indonesia, currently third in Group A with six points, needs a victory against Singapore to secure a semifinal spot, as they are one point behind their opponents and level with Vietnam at the top of the group.
We are very confident. I think the starting point for a team is confidence.
Klok acknowledged the team's previous 0-3 loss to Vietnam but stressed their resilience. "The strongest way to demonstrate a team's identity is the ability to bounce back when the going gets tough," he said. He affirmed that the squad is united behind coach John Herdman's plan and ready to give their all for the Indonesian public.
I think the strongest way to demonstrate a team's identity is the ability to bounce back when the going gets tough.
The team has benefited from exceptional support and preparation, with Klok noting that the environment and facilities have allowed players to perform with confidence. "Now it's our job as a team to demonstrate that confidence tomorrow and deliver the result everyone deserves," he added, highlighting the players' commitment to achieving the desired outcome.
We believe in the coach's plan, every player supports it, and everyone is united in a close-knit community.
Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.