Sun Jihai Furious after China Fails World Cup Bid following Indonesia Defeat

According to Bolasport.com, former national team star Sun Jihai expressed deep frustration following China’s 1–0 defeat to Indonesia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers.

The decisive match took place at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium in Jakarta, where Ole Romeny converted a penalty late in the first half to secure a historic win for the Garuda squad.

Elimination confirmed with one match remaining

The loss leaves China with just six points from nine matches, mathematically eliminating them from contention for the 2026 World Cup finals.

Despite having one final game left to play, Zhang Yuning and his teammates can no longer catch up to Indonesia, who currently hold a top-four position in the group standings.

Sun Jihai voices disappointment

Sun Jihai, who played for China during their only World Cup appearance in 2002, didn’t hold back his emotions in response to the team’s exit.

“This is a devastating moment for Chinese football. We lacked focus and urgency,” he reportedly said after the match.