Calvin Verdonk has made a swift return to France after celebrating his victory with the Indonesian national team in the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026. The talented defender is now focused on helping Lille OSC achieve a crucial win against Le Havre in their upcoming Ligue 1 match.

Just five days after lifting the ASEAN Cup trophy, Verdonk rejoined his club to prepare for the sixth round of Ligue 1. Lille will host Le Havre at the Decathlon Arena, and the match holds significant importance for the team as they aim to close the gap on league leaders AS Monaco, who currently sit three points ahead.

During a press conference ahead of the match, Verdonk expressed his excitement and determination. "There wasn't much time to fully celebrate the championship, but I managed to enjoy it with the whole team," he said, reflecting on the recent victory over Thailand in the final.

Despite the hectic schedule and long travel from Asia, Verdonk remains focused and ready for the challenge ahead. He stated, "After the match against Thailand, my focus shifted to the upcoming game. We must always be prepared for the clash with Le Havre." His commitment is evident as he has been a key player under coach John Herdman, contributing significantly in four matches against Singapore, Malaysia, Bangladesh, and Thailand, totaling 344 minutes on the pitch.

At Lille, Verdonk is one of the most utilized players during the recent international break, second only to Nathan Ngoy. His impressive fitness levels and positive spirit are expected to play a vital role in securing three points for Lille in the upcoming match.