PSSI U-17’s World Cup Potential
- Jakarta - The Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) is optimistic about the U-17 national team's advancement adn their chances of qualifying for the 2025 U-17 World cup.
- Currently, the U-17 national team is preparing for the U-17 Asian Cup 2025.
- Indonesia will begin its U-17 Asian Cup campaign against South Korea on April 4.The team, known as Garuda Muda, is in Group C alongside South korea, Yemen, and...
Indonesia U-17 National Team Eyes World Cup Qualification After Promising Trials
Jakarta – The Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) is optimistic about the U-17 national team’s advancement adn their chances of qualifying for the 2025 U-17 World cup.
Currently, the U-17 national team is preparing for the U-17 Asian Cup 2025. the team has completed two trial matches, securing a 1-0 victory against China and a 2-2 draw against the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Indonesia will begin its U-17 Asian Cup campaign against South Korea on April 4.The team, known as Garuda Muda, is in Group C alongside South korea, Yemen, and Afghanistan.
To qualify for the U-17 World Cup, the U-17 national team needs to finish as either the group champion or runner-up in the U-17 Asian Cup.The top eight teams will secure a spot in the U-17 World Cup.
PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir commented on the team’s progress, stating:
We see that now our U-17 national team seems to be on a pretty good track record. They won 1-0 against China, drew 2-2 against the UAE, and now the team will go to Saudi Arabia early. Maybe there will be one or two more trial matches.
Erick Thohir, PSSI Chairman
thohir acknowledged the challenges in their group:
in the group, I think it is rather challenging because there is Korea. If we are not strange to Yemen and Afghanistan, we should [advance]. it means that the potential for U-17 is in the top eight, passing the group first.
Erick Thohir, PSSI Chairman
The two trial matches were held in Dubai, UAE, where the team held a training camp (TC) leading up to the U-17 Asian Cup. The coaching staff departed Jakarta for Dubai on March 15.
Prior to the Dubai camp, the U-17 national team trained in Bandung and Bogor. This extensive planning is part of the effort to qualify for the U-17 World Cup.
Thohir expressed his gratitude for the team’s dedication:
later we will see again, but the potential is there. I will appreciate Coach Nova again, the players who sacrifice leaving Ramadan and Eid.
Erick Thohir, PSSI Chairman
He also appealed for public support:
I also ask supporters to support our national team because the players, the coaches sacrifice, leave the family, time. Let’s support our national team when good or bad.
Erick Thohir,PSSI Chairman
Indonesia U-17 National Team: road to the World Cup 2025
Introduction
The Indonesian U-17 national team is gearing up for the U-17 Asian Cup 2025, with hopes of securing a spot in the prestigious FIFA U-17 World Cup. This article delves into the team’s preparations, challenges, and aspirations for the future.
What are Indonesia’s chances for getting into the U-17 World Cup?
indonesia’s path to the FIFA U-17 World Cup hinges on their performance in the U-17 Asian Cup 2025. The team must finish as either the group champion or runner-up in the U-17 Asian Cup to qualify. The top eight teams from the tournament will earn a place in the World Cup.
What is the Indonesia U-17 team’s current status and readiness?
As of March 28, 2025, the Indonesian U-17 national team is in the midst of preparations for the U-17 Asian Cup 2025. The team has been actively involved in training camps and trial matches to fine-tune their strategies and build team cohesion.
What were the Indonesia U-17 team’s recent trial matches?
The team played two recent trial matches:
Victory: 1-0 against China
Draw: 2-2 against the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
When will indonesia U-17 play in the U-17 Asian Cup?
Indonesia will begin its U-17 Asian Cup campaign on April 4 against South Korea.Thay are in Group C, which presents a mix of challenges.
Who are Indonesia’s U-17 Asian Cup group stage opponents?
Indonesia’s U-17 team will compete in Group C, facing:
south Korea
Yemen
Afghanistan
What are the key dates in the U-17 pathway to the World Cup?
March 15, 2025: The coaching staff departs for the training camp in Dubai.
April 4, 2025: Indonesia’s U-17 Asian Cup campaign begins.
What are the expectations for the team from the PSSI?
PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir is optimistic about the team’s progress.he is quoted saying, “We see that now our U-17 national team seems to be on a pretty good track record.”* He acknowledges the challenges, especially with south Korea in their group, but believes the team has potential.
What are the main challenges for the Indonesian U-17 team?
One of the primary challenges is the group stage of the U-17 Asian Cup, notably the presence of South Korea. However, PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir believes that if the team can overcome the group stage, they have the potential to be in the top eight teams.
Summarized Key Data
| Feature | Details |
| —————- | ———————————————————————————————————– |
| Competition | U-17 Asian cup 2025 |
| Qualification| Top 8 teams in the U-17 Asian Cup qualify for the FIFA U-17 World Cup. |
| Group | Group C: Includes South Korea, Yemen, and Afghanistan. |
| Trial Matches| Victory against China (1-0),draw against UAE (2-2) |
| PSSI Outlook | Optimistic about the team’s chances,emphasizing the potential for success and has thanked players & coaches. |