05.06.2025
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Reza Arya Dropped from Indonesia National Team Final Squad

Reza Arya Dropped from Indonesia National Team Final Squad

A change has taken place in the Indonesia national team squad list as Reza Arya has been officially dropped from the final team that will face China in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian Zone Qualification.

Paes Suspended, Audero Set to Start

Head coach Patrick Kluivert and goalkeeper coach Sjoerd Woudenberg have restructured the pecking order in the goalkeeping department. The suspension of Maarten Paes due to yellow card accumulation prompted this shift.

Taking his place is Emil Audero Mulyadi, the naturalized Indonesian goalkeeper who recently completed his season with Palermo (on loan from Como 1907). His presence at the official pre-match press conference strongly indicates that he will start tonight’s crucial match.

Liga 1 Goalkeepers Vie for Bench Spots

The remaining two backup goalkeeper slots will be filled by domestic players from Liga 1, who are still in competition for a place on the bench. This reshuffle shows the coaching staff’s strategic approach to adapting their squad based on matchday needs and form.