Robin Kelder is Outspoken About Defending The Indonesian National Team

Robin Kelder is Outspoken About Defending The Indonesian National Team – Robin Kelder, captain of the U-21 team at Dutch club FC Groningen, will join the Indonesian national team if given the opportunity to undergo the PSSI naturalization program.

islschedule – The 19 year old player will strengthen the defense of the Indonesian national team. He was born on March 25 2005 and can also play in midfield as a defensive midfielder.

Apart from his expertise and ability on the field, Robin Kelder also has Indonesian blood, because his grandmother who was born in Jakarta gave him the opportunity to play for the Indonesian national team. His grandfather was originally Dutch.

“I have Indonesian blood on my father’s side, and my grandmother was born in Jakarta, so I am Indonesian,” said the 19 year old player. “My grandfather was Dutch, so my father is half Indonesian and my mother is half Antillean (former autonomous region of the Kingdom of the Netherlands),” he continued.

Enjoy watching the Indonesian national team
In the OBRI Yussa Nugraha YouTube broadcast, Robin Kelder clearly expressed his desire to wear a large Garuda squad jersey.

According to Robin Kelder, he continues to monitor the development of the Indonesian national team, especially their efforts to qualify for the 2026 World Cup in the Asian Zone.

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“Yes, of course at the moment. We are currently participating in the World Cup qualifiers. I like following it. Unfortunately the result of the match (against China) was not good. But it’s really fun to follow,” said Robin Kelder.

Robin Kelder added that Jay Izzes and his friends should have won the match against the Bahrain National Team which ended in a 2-2 draw.

“I can’t believe it took so long to extend it. But I think the level of play is good.”

I haven’t heard from PSSI.
It would be very beneficial for the Indonesian national team to strengthen its many natural players who play at the highest European level.

“The Europa League is the highest level in the world, so I think the level of the Indonesian national team will continue to rise. Therefore, if the Europa League players protect Indonesia, I think the level will rise further.”

Regarding his desire to defend Timans Indonesia, Robin Kelder admitted that he had not been contacted directly by PSSI. “People used to ask on Instagram and their accounts if it was possible or likely to happen,” said Robin Kelder.

The defense of the Indonesian national team is very important to him
When asked what would happen if one day PSSI contacted him offering a naturalization program, Robin Kelder admitted that he would be very happy and proud. “Of course I really want this,” he said.

Robin Kelder has never been to Indonesia, but he admits he likes Indonesian food. “My favorite food is rendang,” he said with a smile, adding that people still often eat Indonesian food at home. “My grandmother always cooked. “He really likes cooking,” concluded Robin Kelder.

soccer player’s son

Robin Kelder is a hereditary player who was born on March 25 2005 in the Netherlands. He is currently only 19 years old and plays for FC Groningen’s U-21 team.

Robin Kelder himself is known to play as a defensive midfielder. However, in recent matches he has been used as the club’s center back.

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“I play as a defensive midfielder or central defender (but my favorite position is midfielder),” he told Yussa Nugraha.

His career began with his hometown club ACV Assen. Robin Kelder started playing football at the age of four.

Robin Kelder joined FC Groningen when he was 11 years old, graduated from the academy to the U-18 team and now plays for the U-21s. Talking about his career, Robin Kelder admitted that his father was the one who taught him to be a footballer.

It is said that his own father was once a professional player. Robin Kelder’s father played for De Graafschap before retiring early due to injury.

“My dad used to play at a pretty high level so I was able to learn a lot from him. He used to play for De Vraafschap and ended up suffering a serious injury.”

“So he never reached the Dutch top league. “But he has great talent, he is a winger and he has speed,” he continued.

Thanks to his father’s role, Robin Kelder was able to become a mainstay of the FC Groningen U-21 team. In fact, the team trusts him as their captain.

According to Transfer Market, Robin Kelder has played five times in the U-21 competition for FC Groningen U-21 this season and has been captain four times.

His talent also led to Robin Kelder’s inclusion in the first team, where he admitted to being in the main reserve team for several matches. “And sometimes I can play in the reserve team for the senior national team, and that is a very good experience,” he continued.

Robin Kelder regularly plays in the U-21 team and is also in the senior national team, so it is not impossible that he can make his debut in the FC Groningen first team this season.

Robin Kelder has all the requirements to strengthen the Indonesian national team and is ready to take part in the remaining Group C matches in the third round of qualifying if necessary.

Not only does he have a wealth of experience, he is also a key player in the current team. He was a warrior of great courage. If given the choice, he prefers to play in midfield. “Because I like dueling,” he said.

The Manchester United fan has barely been absent from FC Groningen’s Under-21 side this season and has been nominated for the first-team squad several times.

“So far it’s going well because I’ve played every game, so everything is going very well and I’ve even been a substitute for the senior national team a few times.” It was a very good experience. “I hope that in the future I can play more often in the senior national team,” he said.

“There were games where key players couldn’t play, and we were called up,” he continued.

I am confident in my physical strength
Robin Kelder emphasizes his strong physical abilities and fighting ability on the gridiron as his greatest strengths.

“I think I am a very strong player physically. That’s why they have strong fighting power on the field. Apart from that, he is strong in tackling and very calm on the ball,” he said.

“If there are things I want to improve, I want to dribble better, pass better and of course participate more in attack. “Now that I am trusted as captain, I want to show more leadership on the front lines,” he continued.