Indonesia Ends 38-Year Oman Drought with 3-0 FIFA Matchday Victory

Indonesia's national football team secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Oman in a FIFA Matchday fixture at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium on Friday, June 5, 2026. This win marks a significant achievement, breaking a 38-year streak of losses against the Omani side.

Coach John Herdman deployed a 3-4-3 formation, with Emil Audero in goal and a defensive line of Elkan Baggott, Justin Hubner, and captain Rizky Ridho. The midfield was anchored by Ivar Jenner and Joey Pelupessy, supported by wing-backs Kevin Diks and Nathan Tjoe-A-On, while Beckham Putra, Ole Romeny, and Ragnar Oratmangoen led the attack. Oman, under Tariq Sektioui, adopted a 4-3-3 setup.

The Indonesian team took an early lead in the 12th minute when Justin Hubner headed home a free-kick from Nathan Tjoe-A-On. Ole Romeny doubled the advantage in the 26th minute, capitalizing on a defensive error to score his fifth international goal. Oman had a chance to pull one back when Hatem Alrushadi was awarded a penalty after a foul on Amjad Abdullah Alharthi, but his attempt was saved, leaving the score at 2-0 by halftime. Indonesia controlled 65 percent of possession in the first half.

Following halftime, Indonesia extended their lead further in the 53rd minute with a goal from Ragnar Oratmangoen, assisted by Ivar Jenner. Despite Oman's increased aggression in the second half and several substitutions, they were unable to find the net. The match saw a decrease in pace after Indonesia's third goal.