JUS INDO #144 : ANTI CLIMAX, MATCH PERDANA KLUIVERT GATOT.

Summary

The speaker reflects on Indonesia's recent 5-1 loss to Australia in a football match, analyzing key moments and tactical decisions. Despite an early advantage and missed penalty, Australia capitalized on Indonesia's weaknesses in midfield and defense. Criticizing coach Patrick Kluivert's longball strategy and defensive coordination, the speaker calls for more balance between attack and defense. While disappointed, the speaker remains hopeful, emphasizing the importance of a win against Bahrain to keep progressing. The message encourages fans to stay supportive and patient, urging constructive criticism to improve the team's future performance.

Takeaways

• 😀 Indonesia initially controlled the match for 17 minutes but missed a crucial penalty, which shifted the momentum towards Australia.
• 😀 Australia’s confidence increased after Indonesia's missed penalty, leading to Indonesia's defensive collapse and a 5-1 defeat.
• 😀 The defense was criticized for failing to prevent two corner goals in the second half and for a lack of effective communication and organization.
• 😀 The attacking strategy was seen as too aggressive, with the team missing key chances, including headers and penalty attempts.
• 😀 Patrick Kluivert, the coach, is held accountable for the result but is also acknowledged for taking on the job with limited preparation time.
• 😀 The speaker suggests that Kluivert should adjust his tactics, especially by reducing the reliance on long balls and focusing on more balanced play.
• 😀 Specific players, including Kevin Diks and Idzes, were underperforming, with suggestions to start others like Rizky Ridho to improve the team’s cohesion.
• 😀 The team’s formation and player positioning need to be re-evaluated, especially in terms of defensive and attacking balance to avoid repeating past mistakes.
• 😀 Despite the defeat, the speaker maintains that the loss is not fatal and stresses the importance of patience and constructive support for the team moving forward.
• 😀 The speaker encourages the team to focus on the upcoming match against Bahrain, emphasizing that a win is essential for boosting confidence and securing qualification.

Q & A

What was the initial impression of Indonesia's performance in the match?

Indonesia initially dominated the match for the first 17 minutes, creating opportunities including a penalty and a header. However, the failure to convert the penalty shifted the momentum in favor of Australia.

How did missing the penalty impact Indonesia's performance?

Missing the penalty led to a loss of confidence for Indonesia, while Australia's belief grew, leading to two quick goals from Australia shortly after the penalty miss.

What is the critique of Patrick Kluivert's strategy?

The critique focuses on Kluivert's reliance on long-ball tactics, which were ineffective given the team's inability to control aerial balls. The defensive organization also suffered, particularly on set pieces.

Why were set pieces highlighted as a major issue in the match?

Set pieces were a significant problem as Indonesia conceded two goals from corners in the second half, showing a lack of defensive coordination and preparation for such situations.

What does the speaker suggest for improving the team's future performance?

The speaker recommends shifting to a 4-2-3-1 formation to ensure a better balance between offense and defense, particularly focusing on improving team cohesion and creating more attacking opportunities.

What does the speaker think about the team's overall tactical approach?

The speaker believes the tactical approach should focus on creating more direct and balanced play, especially given the team's struggles with high balls and defensive weaknesses in this match.

How did individual player performances affect the match?

Individual performances were inconsistent, with players like Kevin Diks and Marselino missing key opportunities, such as Diks' missed penalty. This contributed to the team's inability to capitalize on chances.

Why is the speaker not immediately calling for Kluivert's removal?

The speaker emphasizes that it is too early to call for Kluivert's removal. While the performance was disappointing, the coach is still learning the team, and the situation is not yet fatal.

What changes does the speaker suggest for the match against Bahrain?

The speaker suggests starting Rizky Ridho to form a stronger defensive partnership with Idzes, shifting to a more cohesive defensive setup. They also recommend starting Reijnders and focusing on a more offensive strategy.

What does the speaker say about the importance of the upcoming match against Bahrain?

The speaker stresses that the match against Bahrain is crucial for Indonesia's hopes in the competition. A win is essential for regaining confidence and maintaining their chances of progressing.