Indonesia stuns everyone by crushing a strong West Asian team

(Football results) - Despite being rated lower before the match, Indonesia delivered a convincing performance at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, defeating Oman by a wide margin, further proving their rapid progress.

The Indonesian national team put on an impressive show by beating Oman 3-0 in a FIFA Matchday friendly on June 5, 2026, at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium. Before kickoff, Oman was considered the stronger side, ranked 79th in the FIFA world rankings, far ahead of Indonesia at 122nd. However, what happened on the pitch told a completely different story.

With home advantage and an increasingly quality squad featuring many players active in Europe, Garuda started the game with great confidence. Coach John Herdman's team made good use of speed in transitions and displayed fierce fighting spirit. More importantly, this victory is not just about the scoreline—it shows that Indonesia is steadily closing the gap with top Asian teams.

Indonesia quickly turned their advantage into a goal in the 13th minute. From a free kick on the left wing by Nathan Tjoe-A-On, Justin Hubner positioned himself perfectly before heading the ball into Oman's net. The goal boosted the hosts' morale, while the West Asian visitors struggled under the pressure from the Gelora Bung Karno crowd.

Although Oman pushed forward in search of an equalizer, it was Indonesia who made the difference. In the 27th minute, Ole Romeny capitalized on a loose ball on the left side of the opponent's defense, confidently dribbled into the box, and beat goalkeeper Ahmed Faraj Alrwahi to make it 2-0. It was a well-deserved reward for the proactive play Garuda had shown for most of the first half.

A notable turning point came in the 36th minute when Oman was awarded a penalty after Justin Hubner's foul in the box. However, goalkeeper Emil Audero shone with an excellent save against Hatem Sultan Alrushadi's spot kick. This kept Indonesia's two-goal lead intact going into halftime.

In the second half, the hosts continued to apply pressure. Just ten minutes after the restart, Ragnar Oratmangoen met a well-placed cross from Ivar Jenner and fired home precisely to make it 3-0. Coach John Herdman then gave Matthew Baker his debut by bringing him on for Rizky Ridho. For the remainder of the match, Indonesia controlled the game well and kept a clean sheet until the final whistle, sealing a convincing 3-0 victory over Oman.

Where to watch Indonesia vs Oman live?

• Match time: 8:00 PM on June 5, 2026
• Venue:Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, Indonesia.
• Tournament:International friendly
• Live broadcast channels: LINK 1

Preview of Indonesia vs Oman

Indonesia has undergone a major transformation in recent years. The addition of many naturalized players has significantly improved the team's physique, speed, and tackling ability. Names like Ole Romeny, Ragnar Oratmangoen, Calvin Verdonk, Joey Pelupessy, Jay Idzes, and Jordi Amat give Indonesia greater depth across all three lines.

However, Oman is no easy opponent. According to the latest FIFA rankings in the pre-match preview, Indonesia sits at 122nd, while Oman is 79th. This gap partly shows that the West Asian side still has the edge in international experience, organization, and control of the game's tempo.

Head-to-head history also favors Oman. The two teams have met four times, with Indonesia failing to win—drawing once and losing three times. The most recent encounter was on May 29, 2021, when Oman beat Indonesia 3-1. This statistic gives the hosts extra motivation to change the balance of the rivalry.

Key highlights of Indonesia vs Oman

The focal point of the match lies in the midfield area. Indonesia is likely to rely on the duo of Calvin Verdonk and Joey Pelupessy to control possession and assist in transitions. On the other side, Oman's Harib Al Saadi and Sultan Al Marzouq are expected to form a crucial shield in front of the defense. The team that dominates the midfield will have the chance to dictate the game.

In attack, Ole Romeny is Indonesia's biggest hope. Meanwhile, Oman may pin their hopes on Nasser Al Rawahi, who is predicted to play as the highest striker. Sports Mole notes that Oman's coach Tarik Sektioui will likely try some notable experiments, as this is still the early phase of his tenure with the team.

Predicted lineups for Indonesia vs Oman

• Indonesia: Audero; Hubner, Idzes, Amat; Diks, Verdonk, Pelupessy, Tjoe-A-On; Sananta, Romeny, Oratmangoen.
• Oman: Al Mukhaini; Al Khamisi, Al Shaqsi, Al Ghassani, Al Ghatrifi; Al Saadi, Al Marzouq; Al Yahmadi, Fawaz, Al Aghbari; Al Rawahi.