New Indonesia coach Patrick Kluivert wants to lead his team to the 2026 World Cup finals and is looking for a fast start in his first match in charge against Australia.

Indonesian national team coach Patrick Kluivert conveyed what he would do with a two-year contract from PSSI with an option to extend for two years.

Former Netherlands football star Patrick Kluivert was introduced to Indonesian fans on Sunday, after arriving in the country a day earlier to begin his new role as the head coach of Indonesia's national team.

Patrick Kluivert takes charge as Indonesia's new coach with a goal to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup. The former Dutch striker replaces Shin Tae-yong and is gearing up for his debut match against Australia.

Indonesia announced on Wednesday Dutch soccer legend Patrick Kluivert as the new coach of its men soccer team until 2027 with an option to extend further, its football association said in a statement.

Just two days after the shock dismissal of Shin Tae-Yong, Netherlands legend Patrick Kluivert has been announced as the new coach of Indonesia. PSSI, Indonesian football's governing body, confirmed the appointment on Wednesday afternoon, with Kluivert signing an initial two-year contract -- through to 2027 -- that has an extension option.

Indonesia announced on Wednesday the appointment of former Netherlands forward Patrick Kluivert as their new men's national team coach, a move to bolster their bid to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.