John Herdman: Victory over Cambodia is just the start for the Indonesian national team

Indonesia's national football team coach John Herdman cautioned his players against complacency after their dominant 5-1 victory against Cambodia in the ASEAN Cup. He stressed that the team's journey in the tournament is long and requires sustained focus.

Herdman stated that the team agreed from the outset to approach the tournament one game at a time, emphasizing the application of their tactical identity and the results of their recent training. He expressed satisfaction with the players' spirit and cohesion on the field, noting their solid teamwork, discipline, and enjoyment of the game.

Despite the positive performance, the English coach highlighted that the team, with its current lineup, has only played two matches under his direction. He acknowledged that there are still tactical aspects to refine. "We have taken some good steps tactically and there are still some gaps we need to close," he said.

The coach anticipates tougher challenges ahead, including an away match against Timor Leste and a crucial game against Vietnam. Herdman reminded his team that tournament football is unpredictable and each match presents a different challenge. He confirmed that the team would celebrate their win over Cambodia briefly before resuming preparations for their next opponent.