TERKUAK! Konspirasi Dibalik Pemecatan Shin Tae-yong Sebagai Pelatih Timnas Indonesia

Summary

The transcript discusses the sudden firing of Shintaeyong as the head coach of the Indonesian national football team by PSSI on January 6, 2025. Despite leading Indonesia to significant wins, including a victory over Saudi Arabia and keeping hopes alive for the 2026 World Cup, Shintaeyong was dismissed without prior warning. The situation reveals internal tensions, with his assistants expressing frustration over the unexpected nature of the dismissal. Post-firing, Shintaeyong has engaged with Indonesian fans, participated in a film project, and expressed his appreciation for the support. This situation highlights the often unpredictable and dramatic world of football management.

Takeaways

• 😀 Shinteong's sudden dismissal from PSSI on January 6, 2025, caught many by surprise, especially after recent successes like defeating Saudi Arabia.
• 😀 The decision to fire Shinteong seemed abrupt, with no prior discussions or warnings, and the announcement was made during a live press conference.
• 😀 Shinteong received his termination letter only two hours before the press conference, further emphasizing the surprise nature of the dismissal.
• 😀 As of January 22, 2025, Shinteong had not signed the termination letter due to ongoing negotiations, including compensation details with PSSI.
• 😀 Shinteong expressed his desire to give back to Indonesian football fans by engaging in other activities, including acting in the film 'Ghost Soccer'.
• 😀 Despite the termination, Shinteong remained positive, focusing on his good relationship with Indonesian fans and refraining from criticizing PSSI.
• 😀 PSSI's official reasons for Shinteong's dismissal centered on the need for a coach with better communication and leadership skills, citing language barriers as an issue.
• 😀 Kim Jong Jin, Shinteong's assistant, strongly disagreed with claims that communication difficulties led to the dismissal, stating that language was not a major problem.
• 😀 Shinteong's coaching style was characterized as open and accommodating, with players encouraged to express their ideas, which helped Timnas Indonesia achieve significant results.
• 😀 The abrupt nature of the dismissal and the lack of clear communication from PSSI created confusion, but Shinteong chose not to publicly criticize the organization or the new coach.

Q & A

Why was Shin Tae-yong suddenly dismissed by PSSI?

Shin Tae-yong was dismissed by PSSI on January 6, 2025, which surprised many. Although Indonesia had performed well, including a win against Saudi Arabia and the potential for qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, the dismissal came without prior warnings, making it a sudden decision.

What was the reaction of Shin Tae-yong's assistants to his sudden dismissal?

Shin Tae-yong's assistants were also caught off guard by the sudden dismissal. They were not informed in advance, and some, like JJ, posted on social media expressing their confusion and frustration with the lack of prior notice.

What did Kim Jong Jin reveal about the timing of the dismissal notice?

Kim Jong Jin revealed that Shin Tae-yong received his dismissal notice only 2.5 hours before PSSI's press conference on January 6, 2025, at 9:30 AM, just before the conference began at noon. This timing added to the surprise and urgency of the situation.

Was there any prior indication that Shin Tae-yong would be dismissed?

No, there were no significant signs or announcements indicating that Shin Tae-yong would be dismissed. PSSI had mentioned evaluating his performance but never officially suggested that he would be fired.

How did Shin Tae-yong respond to his dismissal and his relationship with PSSI?

Despite the sudden dismissal, Shin Tae-yong remained respectful and avoided commenting negatively about PSSI. He emphasized his desire to focus on the positive aspects of his relationship with PSSI, particularly with Erik Tohir, and did not want to disrupt the momentum of Indonesian football.

What were some of the reasons PSSI gave for Shin Tae-yong's dismissal?

PSSI cited the need for a leader who could implement agreed-upon strategies and maintain good communication with the players as one of the main reasons for Shin Tae-yong's dismissal. The claim was that his communication skills were lacking, although his assistants disputed this.

How did Shin Tae-yong contribute to the development of Indonesian football after his dismissal?

After his dismissal, Shin Tae-yong stayed in Indonesia to finish personal matters, including meeting with officials to discuss youth football development. He also appeared in a film, 'Ghost Soccer,' contributing to the cultural scene in Indonesia, which he felt would inspire the youth and support football development.

Did Shin Tae-yong ever sign the dismissal letter?

As of January 22, 2025, Shin Tae-yong had not signed the dismissal letter. There were ongoing negotiations, including discussions on compensation between PSSI and Shin Tae-yong’s side.

What did Kim Jong Jin say about the alleged communication issues with Shin Tae-yong?

Kim Jong Jin denied that communication was a significant problem. He explained that Shin Tae-yong was open to ideas and had interpreters to overcome language barriers. The real issue, according to Jong Jin, was that Shin Tae-yong had a more authoritative approach on the field but was approachable off it.

What is the potential impact of Shin Tae-yong's departure on Indonesian football?

Shin Tae-yong's departure leaves a significant impact, as he had been instrumental in leading Indonesia toward a potential World Cup qualification. However, his dismissal highlights the unpredictable nature of football management in Indonesia, raising concerns about the treatment of future coaches like Patrick.