Podcast Discussion with Ragnar Uratmangun

Introduction

• Host: Sobat Sporty
• Guests: Ragnar Uratmangun, Mamat
• Theme: Experience and insights of Ragnar in playing for TeamNAS Indonesia

Transition from Holland to Indonesia

• Cultural Differences:
  • In Holland, players are treated normally; in Indonesia, footballers are considered heroes.
  • Different football culture: Holland emphasizes skillful play, while Indonesia focuses on hard work and physicality.

Personal Experience with TeamNAS

• Joining TeamNAS Indonesia:
  • Motivated by the honor of representing Indonesia rather than competition with Netherlands.
  • Welcomed warmly by teammates during his first training session.
• Performance:
  • Played well in the Asian Cup qualifiers, expressing happiness with the team's progress.

Life in Indonesia

• Living Conditions:
  • Describes Jakarta's traffic and climate.
  • Expresses excitement about trying local cuisine, specifically Tanimbar food like Sagu.
• Family Support:
  • Family attended his first games, impressed by the fan support in Indonesia.

Interactions and Team Dynamics

• Team Relationships:
  • Nicknamed "Haji Ragnar" due to his Muslim identity and a memorable moment on the field.
  • Teammates like Jay and Sandy play significant roles in motivating and guiding the team.
• Coaching:
  • Experiences with the Asian coach; language barriers present some challenges.
  • Emphasizes the importance of learning from every coaching experience.

Future Aspirations

• Career Goals:
  • Desires to play abroad, expand experiences outside Holland, and potentially coach in the future.
• Vision for Indonesian Football:
  • Believes in the potential of young talent in the national team and the importance of mixing experience with youth.
  • Aspires for Indonesia to reach the World Cup, highlighting the team’s collective ambition.

Fun Questions

• Favorite Players:
  • Ronaldinho, Arjen Robben, and Zidane.
  • Mentioned playing styles and preferred positions.
• Ultimate Team Selection:
  • Selected a diverse team with players like Dida, Dani Alves, and Messi.

Closing Remarks

• Encouragement:
  • Ragnar motivated to continue pushing for success with TeamNAS Indonesia.
  • Expressed gratitude for the support from fans and family.
• Final Message:
  • Hope to continue making strides in Indonesian football and a personal desire to explore deeper connections with his Indonesian roots.