Japan Vs Indonesia : Jay Idzes Praised by Japanese Coach Ahead of 2026 World Cup Qualifiers

Moriyasu emphasized that Japan will not focus solely on stopping one player, such as Indonesian striker Ole Romeny, but will remain cautious of all Indonesian players capable of scoring goals. However, special attention is given to Jay Idzes as the most influential player on the Indonesian team.

In addition to praise from the Japanese coach, Jay Idzes also received acclaim from his club coach in Italy, Venezia. The Venezia coach praised Jay’s solid performance as captain, leading the team to a draw against Como 1907 in the 2024-2025 Serie A season. Jay was noted for his outstanding tackles, interceptions, and duels won throughout the 90 minutes. Italian media even described him as an unbeatable player who successfully neutralized some of Serie A’s top goal scorers in recent matches.

Overall, Jay Idzes is praised as a fundamental player for his team, the defensive backbone of the Indonesian national team, and recognized by both his national and club coaches for his strong and consistent performances on the field.