Indonesia sacked coach Shin Tae-yong on Monday with the country's football chief saying the team needed stronger leadership as it battles for a place at the 2026 World Cup.

Indonesia Football Association (PSSI) has officially sacked Shin Tae-yong from his position as Indonesia's national team coach.

Indonesia fired the South Korean Shin Tae-yong on Monday and will unveil an unnamed European coach this weekend with their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup still alive.

Patrick Kluivert is set to sign an initial two-year contract and will be unveiled as Tim Garuda coach on Jan 12, according to reports. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Zainudin disclosed that PSSI is currently considering three candidates, although he declined to reveal their names.

Indonesia has dismissed coach Shin Tae-yong as football chief Erick Thohir calls for stronger leadership in pursuit of a World Cup 2026 berth. A new coach will be introduced in January to boost communication and strategies.

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia has dismissed Shin Tae-yong as head coach of its national team, the country’s federation announced on Monday.

Former Dutch star striker Patrick Kluivert has signed a two-year contract to be the head coach of Indonesia, with an option to extend for another two years.

South Korean coach Shin Tae-yong is let go after four years as Indonesian football chief eyes World Cup qualification.

The Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) has surprisingly announced the termination of the contract with coach Shin Tae-yong, who was leading the national and U23 teams.