2026 World Cup Qualifiers Group C Standings: Indonesia Rises to 3rd Place

Indonesia's national team achieved a 2-0 victory against Saudi Arabia in the third round of the 2026 World Cup Asian Qualifiers at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium, Jakarta, on Tuesday evening (19/11/2024).

Indonesia's two winning goals were scored by Marselino Ferdinan in the 32nd and 57th minutes. This is the Red and White team's first victory in the 2026 World Cup qualifying round.

With this achievement, Indonesia rose to third place in the Group C standings with 6 points from 6 matches.

Its position is equal to Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and China, all of which have collected 6 points. However, Indonesia has a better goal difference.

On the other hand, Japan beat China 3-1 at Xiamen Egret Stadium, China. As a result, the Blue Samurai solidified their position at the top of the standings with 16 points.

The following is a complete list of the Group C standings for the third round of the 2026 World Cup Asian qualifiers, as reported by the AFC website:

1. Japan: 16 points
2. Australia: 7 points
3. Indonesia: 6 points
4. Saudi Arabia: 6 points
5. Bahrain: 6 points
6. China: 6 points

Indonesia's national team's journey in the group stage will continue in March 2025. Shin Tae-yong's team will play away against Australia on March 20, 2024, and then host Bahrain on March 25, 2025.