Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo congratulated  the successful advancement of Indonesia's national football team to the Round of 16 in the AFC Asian Cup 2023. The team's achievement marked a historic moment as Indonesia will compete in the Round of 16 for the first time in the continent's premier football tournament, antaranews.com reported. "I want to extend my congratulations to our national team for reaching the Round of 16, and of course, congratulations to PSSI. This is history for Indonesian football," President Jokowi said in his statement on Friday (26/1/2024), referring to the Indonesian Football Association. Indonesia secured a spot in the Round of 16 as one of the four best third-placed teams, amassing 3 points from three matches.  In the Round of 16, Indonesia will face Australia, who topped Group B. "We hope that in the first match of the Round of 16 against Australia, we can also earn points," he said. President Jokowi believes that Indonesia can build football achievements if everyone is dedicated and continues to work hard. "I believe we can build achievements in Indonesian football if we are truly serious, truly work hard," he said. (mg/inp/pr/nm)