Key defender Justin Hubner has arrived in Saudi Arabia, joining the Timnas Indonesia squad as they prepare for a crucial Round 4 of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. Hubner is set to represent the ‘Garuda’ in two pivotal matches against Saudi Arabia and Iraq, with the nation’s qualification hopes hanging in the balance.
Expressing strong optimism, Hubner believes the ‘Garuda’ squad is fully capable of securing positive results. His sights are firmly set on clinching two victories, which would guarantee Timnas Indonesia direct qualification to the FIFA World Cup. In this challenging Round 4, Indonesia finds itself in Group B. The stakes are clear: winning the group ensures a coveted spot at the World Cup, while finishing as runner-up would still allow the ‘Garuda’ to advance to the subsequent qualification rounds, keeping their dreams alive.
Speaking exclusively to Kumparan, Justin Hubner shared his enthusiasm for representing the nation. “I always have a great feeling when I get to play for Indonesia, and everyone within the team senses that we have a significant opportunity to qualify for the World Cup,” he stated, underlining the squad’s collective belief in their potential.
He further emphasized the immediate goal: “We absolutely need two victories from these two upcoming matches to secure direct qualification,” reinforcing the team’s clear objective and the high-pressure environment they face.
Acknowledging the unwavering backing from their passionate fanbase, Hubner also made a heartfelt appeal for their continued presence. “We are incredibly fortunate to have such amazing supporters; they always provide phenomenal backing, whether we’re playing at home or away. We genuinely need their support here in Saudi Arabia,” he expressed, highlighting the vital role fans play in boosting team morale.
The challenging campaign for Timnas Indonesia begins with their first match against Saudi Arabia on October 9th, in the early hours of WIB. This critical encounter will be followed just two days later by their second fixture, a showdown against Iraq, completing a demanding schedule that will significantly impact their qualification journey.
Summary
Key defender Justin Hubner has joined Timnas Indonesia in Saudi Arabia for the crucial Round 4 of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. He is set to play two pivotal matches against Saudi Arabia and Iraq, with the team aiming for direct qualification. Hubner expressed strong optimism, stating that two victories are essential to guarantee Timnas Indonesia a spot in the FIFA World Cup.
Indonesia is in Group B, where winning the group ensures direct qualification, while finishing as runner-up advances them to subsequent rounds. Hubner emphasized the team’s immediate objective of securing two wins and appealed for continued fan support during these challenging fixtures. The challenging campaign begins on October 9th against Saudi Arabia, followed by a match against Iraq just two days later.