DIGIVESTASI - Indonesia’s Football Scene Rocked as PSSI Fires Shin Tae-yong as National Team Coach, Indonesia's football community was shaken by the unexpected dismissal of Shin Tae-yong from his position as head coach of the national team by the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) on Monday, January 6, 2025. The decision was made following an in-depth evaluation of the team's performance under the South Korean coach's leadership.

Why Was Shin Tae-yong Fired?

Rumors suggest that Shin Tae-yong’s dismissal stemmed from his failure to meet the high expectations of leading Indonesia to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite his prior success in taking the Garuda squad to the final of the 2022 AFF Championship. Additionally, alleged conflicts with certain players and differences in vision with PSSI have circulated as possible reasons behind the decision.

How Long Did Shin Tae-yong Coach the Indonesian Team?

Shin Tae-yong began his tenure as Indonesia’s head coach in December 2019, spending approximately three years and five months with the Garuda squad.

What Was Shin Tae-yong’s Salary?

Shin Tae-yong’s salary was a topic of significant public discussion. While coaching Indonesia, he received a salary of IDR 14.2 billion per year. After renewing his contract in June 2024, his salary reportedly increased to USD 1.5 million, or approximately IDR 23.6 billion. This placed Shin Tae-yong among the highest-paid coaches in Southeast Asia.

Who Will Replace Shin Tae-yong?

PSSI has not officially announced Shin Tae-yong’s successor. However, several high-profile foreign coaches have been rumored as strong candidates. Notable names include former Ajax, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich manager Louis van Gaal; Borneo FC’s Pieter Huistra; former AC Milan and Barcelona coach Patrick Kluivert; as well as Akira Nishino, Park Hang-seo, and Graham Arnold.

PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir stated that they have already chosen a candidate for the position, and the official announcement will be made on January 12, 2025.

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