Barcelona sporting director, after former Dutch striker Patrick Kluivert was named coach, part of drive to make next World Cup.

The FIFA World Cup is the pinnacle of international soccer, with nations around the world dreaming of participation. However, qualification is not the only hurdle—some countries have been outright banned from competing due to violations of FIFA regulations.

Former Barcelona sporting director Jordi Cruyff will start his new job as the technical advisor of Indonesia's national team in March. Antonio Borga/Eurasia Sport Images/ Indonesia appointed former Barcelona sporting director Jordi Cruyff as the national team's technical adviser,

Jordi Cruyff has joined fellow Dutchman Patrick Kluivert at the Indonesian national side as the country steps up its bid to reach a first World Cup since independence. Indonesia are third in their World Cup qualifying group after one win and three draws in six games.