Sumardji Reacts to Indonesia’s Group in WCQ 2026

The 2026 World Cup Qualifiers draw in Kuala Lumpur placed Indonesia in Group B alongside Saudi Arabia and Iraq — a result that quickly drew attention from Sumardji, the team manager.

The Garuda squad faces a double challenge — not only battling two major forces from West Asia, but also needing to adapt to the hot weather conditions in both countries.

This will also be a reunion for Indonesia with both teams — Saudi Arabia was their opponent in the third round last month, while Iraq was faced in the second round last year.