Jakarta: Netherlands and Barcelona legend Patrick Kluivert was named Indonesia coach on Wednesday, with all hopes on him taking the Southeast Asian nation to their first World Cup since independence.

Patrick Kluivert is unlikely to experience much culture shock when he starts his time as head coach of Indonesia.

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.

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia has dismissed Shin Tae-yong as head coach of its national team, the country’s federation announced on Monday.

Indonesia has appointed Dutch soccer legend Patrick Kluivert as the new coach of its men's soccer team, effective until 2027, with a possibility for extension. This change comes after the previous coach Shin Tae-yong was sacked as the team aims to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

Indonesia have named former Netherlands and Barcelona striker Patrick Kluivert as their head coach. The 48-year-old replaces South Korean coach Shin Tae-yong, and will look to qualify his new side for the expanded 48-team World Cup in 2026.

Former Netherlands forward Patrick Kluivert has been appointed as the new men's national team coach for Indonesia, succeeding Shin Tae-yong. His tenure aims to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup. Kluivert brings experience from roles across European and international teams to the position.

Patrick Kluivert is the new national coach of Indonesia. The former Ajax and FC Barcelona forward joins up with the Indonesian Association as the team ranked 127th in the FIFA rankings aim

The announcement followed Indonesia sacking coach Shin Tae-yong on Monday as it battles for a place at the 2026 World Cup. (This story has been corrected to fix the day of coach Shin Tae-yong's dismissal to Monday,