John Herdman: Indonesian National Team Coach Candidate
Here’s a summary of the key information from the provided text about John Herdman and his potential role as the Indonesian national team coach:
* Herdman is a strong candidate: the former coach of the Canadian national team is a leading contender to become the new coach of the Indonesian national team.
* World cup Experience: Indonesia is looking for a coach with important international experience, notably in World Cup qualifying, and Herdman fits that profile.
* Coaching Background:
* New Zealand Women’s Team (2006-2011): Lead them to qualify for the 2007 and 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cups.
* Canada Women’s Team (2011-2022): Achieved success, winning bronze medals at the 2012 London and 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics.
* Canada Men’s Team: Qualified Canada for the 2022 World Cup.
* Early Career: Herdman didn’t have a long professional playing career and transitioned to coaching at a young age.
* Born: July 19, 1975, in Consett, County Durham, England.
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