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| Indonesia vs Bahrain Score Prediction: Do-or-Die Match in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. |
JAKARTA - The Indonesian national team is set for a do-or-die battle against Bahrain in the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers. This match is crucial for the Garuda Squad to keep their hopes alive in the race for a spot in the world's biggest football tournament.
Match Schedule and Venue
Indonesia will host Bahrain on Matchday 8 of Group C in the third round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers.
The match will take place at Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium (SUGBK), Senayan, Jakarta, on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 8:45 PM WIB.
This game is of utmost importance for the Indonesian team, especially after their heavy 1-5 defeat against Australia in the previous match.
A victory is non-negotiable if Indonesia wants to keep their World Cup dreams alive.
Current Standings and Indonesia’s Chances
As of Matchday 7, Indonesia has collected only six points from seven matches, placing them fourth in Group C.
The Garuda Squad is four points behind Australia, which sits in second place—the last direct qualifying spot for the 2026 World Cup.
Meanwhile, Bahrain is also in desperate need of a win to stay in the race. They currently hold third place with a better point tally than Indonesia.
This means the upcoming clash will be an intense battle between two teams fighting to stay in contention.
Indonesia’s Optimism
Despite facing a tough challenge, the Indonesian national team remains optimistic about securing a positive result. Young midfield star Marselino Ferdinan emphasized that the squad will give their all to win in front of a packed SUGBK crowd.
"Maybe we all know that chemistry isn't built in just one, two, or three days. After the match against Australia, we received a lot of criticism, but that's not our focus," Marselino stated in a press conference on Monday, March 24, 2025, night WIB.
"We are here to face our next opponent. We’ve evaluated our previous game, and we will fight with everything we have against Bahrain to secure three points," he added.
Head coach Justin Kluivert also confirmed that the team has undergone major evaluations following their loss to Australia. He believes his players can bounce back and perform better against Bahrain.
Tactics and Predicted Lineups
With immense pressure to win, Indonesia is expected to play an attacking style from the start.
The enthusiastic support from home fans at SUGBK will serve as extra motivation for the players.
Kluivert is likely to deploy a 4-3-3 formation to press Bahrain early in the game. Marselino Ferdinan and Ole Romeny are expected to be key figures in the attack, while the defense must remain solid against Bahrain’s fast and aggressive forwards.
Predicted Lineups:
Indonesia (4-3-3): Emil Audero; Rizky Ridho, Jay Idzes, Justin Hubner; Kevin Diks, Joey Pelupessy, Marselino Ferdinan, Thom Haye, Calvin Verdonk; Ragnar Oratmangoen, Ole Romeny.
Bahrain (4-4-2): Ebrahim Lutfalla; Waleed Al Hayam, Sayed Baqer, Vincent Emmanuel, Abdulla Al Khalasi; Kamil Al Aswad, Sayed Dhiya Saeed; Ali Madan, Mohamed Marhoon, Mahdi Al-Humaidan, Mahdi Abduljabbar.
Score Prediction: Indonesia vs Bahrain
Playing at home with the full backing of their supporters could be a huge advantage for Indonesia.
However, Bahrain is a formidable opponent with a well-balanced squad.
If Indonesia can stay disciplined in defense and make the most of their attacking opportunities, a victory is within reach.
However, Bahrain’s attacking threat must not be underestimated.
Predicted score: Indonesia 2-0 Bahrain.
Can Indonesia rise to the occasion and keep their World Cup dream alive? We’ll find out soon!
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