Achmad Nawir led the Dutch East Indies to the 1938 World Cup, highlighting a complicated legacy of colonialism and Indonesian football's evolution since then.
The PSSI's decision to naturalise European players reflects a shift in Indonesia's football strategy, aimed at competing at higher levels and leveraging historical ties.
Vietnam's setbacks against Indonesia reveal the transformation within Indonesian football, where past rivalries now highlight a newfound competitive strength against neighbors.
The upcoming qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup present a pivotal opportunity for Indonesia, whose recent improvements raise hopes for athletic success on a global stage.
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