Kapanlagi.com - The Indonesian national team is once again stealing attention ahead of the 2024 AFF Cup or ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup! Coach Shin Tae-yong is devising strategies by calling up several players from abroad to strengthen the Garuda squad in this prestigious tournament. Among the names that have emerged are Justin Hubner from Wolves U-21, Ivar Jenner who plays for Jong Utrecht, and Rafael Struick from Brisbane Roar.
However, the call-up of these players is still awaiting the green light from their respective clubs, considering that the AFF Cup is not listed on the official FIFA calendar. "We do plan to call up some players from abroad, such as Justin, Ivar, and Rafael. We will see if their clubs grant permission or not," said Nova Arianto, assistant coach of the Indonesian national team, in his interview with Liputan6 Sport.
With this move, hopes for achieving success in the AFF Cup are growing stronger! Let's look forward to further developments!
1. Who Are the Players That Will Be Called?
Justin Hubner, a talented young defender from Wolves U-21, is now the main focus of coach Shin Tae-yong in an effort to strengthen the Indonesian National Team squad. Not only Hubner, but two other players, Ivar Jenner from Jong Utrecht and Rafael Struick from Brisbane Roar, are also targeted to enhance the Garuda's strength.
These three players have shown a high commitment to defend the Red and White and have valuable experience in overseas competitions, which is expected to provide a higher quality touch for the team. In addition, senior players like Marselino Ferdinan (Oxford United), Pratama Arhan (Suwon FC), and Asnawi Mangkualam (Port FC) are also expected to strengthen the squad, creating an interesting combination of young talent and experience on the field.
2. Challenges of Calling Foreign Players
Shin Tae-yong is working to maximize the potential of diaspora players for his team, but significant challenges are approaching. The AFF Cup, which is not listed on the official FIFA calendar, gives clubs full rights to retain their players, as expressed by Nova Arianto, "Everything depends on the club's permission." With this situation, PSSI and the coaching staff must work hard to communicate intensively with the clubs so that the expected stars can join and strengthen the team in this prestigious event.
3. Schedule and Group of the Indonesian National Team in the AFF Cup 2024
The AFF Cup 2024 tournament is set to shake the football world from December 8, 2024, to January 5, 2025, and Indonesia is eager to show its teeth in Group B, facing tough teams like Vietnam, the Philippines, Myanmar, and Laos.
The Indonesian National Team's first match will start on December 9, 2024, against Myanmar, followed by an exciting duel against Laos on December 12, Vietnam on December 15, and the Philippines on December 21. With a combination of experienced players and new faces from the diaspora ready to shine, the Garuda squad is expected to achieve brilliant accomplishments on the international stage!
4. Shin Tae-yong's Role in Shaping the U-22 National Team
Although this tournament is aimed at the U-22 National Team, coach Shin Tae-yong from South Korea will not underestimate this opportunity. Known for his approach that emphasizes quality and discipline, Shin is ready to combine local young talents, diaspora players, and some senior faces to create a tough team. With the spirit of rising from the failures of the previous edition, he is determined to take Indonesia further in the AFF Cup 2024, making every match a proving ground.
5. Who are the foreign players that will be called up for the AFF Cup 2024?
In the spotlight of the football world, promising names like Justin Hubner from Wolves U-21, Ivar Jenner who strengthens Jong Utrecht, and Rafael Struick who shines at Brisbane Roar now adorn the list of talented young players to watch.
6. What are the challenges of calling up diaspora players for the AFF Cup?
Because the AFF Cup is not listed on the FIFA calendar, clubs have the freedom to not release their players. This gives them full control over their squad and strategy, so fans must be prepared for the possibility of some stars being absent from this prestigious tournament.
7. Will senior players also be called up?
Star names like Marselino Ferdinan, Pratama Arhan, and Asnawi Mangkualam are ready to grace the field and provide extra strength for the team, adding spirit and hope for victory!
8. When does the AFF Cup 2024 start?
The AFF Cup 2024 is set to shake the football world from December 8, 2024, to January 5, 2025, and this is a golden moment for the Indonesian National Team to showcase their best talents. With the spotlight on diaspora players like Justin Hubner, Ivar Jenner, and Rafael Struick, coach Shin Tae-yong is determined to craft an unshakeable team. However, licensing obstacles from clubs pose a challenge that must be faced. Will the synergy between diaspora and local players be able to elevate Garuda to soar high in Southeast Asia's skies?
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