November 4, 2025 | 10:38 am
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian U-17 national team is set to kick off its campaign in the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup. The squad, led by Nova Arianto, will face a debutant team from Africa, Zambia, in Group H at Field 7, Aspire Zone, Doha, Qatar, on late Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 10:45 p.m. WIB (Western Indonesia Time).
In another match in Group H, Brazil, a team that has clinched the title four times in 19 appearances in the FIFA U-17 World Cup, will play against Honduras at Field 3, Aspire Zone. This match is scheduled to take place earlier at 07:30 p.m. WIB.
Meanwhile, six other matches from Groups E, F, and G will also play their first-round matches on Tuesday. These include the England versus Venezuela, Germany versus Colombia, and Mexico, facing South Korea.
This season will be Indonesia's second appearance in the FIFA U-17 World Cup, after the squad's debut two years ago as host. With Bima Sakti at the helm, the Young Garuda was stopped at the group stage, but the players are deemed more well-prepared this year under coach Nova Arianto.
The preparations for the World Cup have been planned since Nova's squad secured a spot after reaching the quarter-finals of the 2025 AFC U-17 Championship in April. The coach has designed a more organized program over the past few months.
A total of nine friendly matches were played, with three of them taking place two weeks before the games in Qatar, against Paraguay, Ivory Coast, and Panama. The results saw them lose once to Paraguay 1-2, while the other two ended in draws, 0-0 and 1-1.
These three friendly matches took place during their final training camp in Dubai, before heading to Qatar on Saturday, November 1.
Nova stated that his team is ready to compete. He hopes the Young Garuda squad will perform at their best and achieve a positive result in the first match. However, he emphasizes to his players to play without pressure.
According to Nova, the results are not the ultimate measure, but rather part of the learning process. "I ask the players to continue to enjoy and savor the game," said Nova, as quoted from Skor.id. He also stressed the importance of public support without excessive pressure. "Do not set excessive expectations. Regardless of the outcome, continue to support the Indonesia U-17 national team."
2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup Schedule on Tuesday, November 4, 2025:
Ivory Coast vs Switzerland (07:30 p.m. WIB)
Brazil vs Honduras (07:30 p.m. WIB)
Mexico vs South Korea (08:00 p.m. WIB)
Haiti vs Egypt (08:20 p.m. WIB)
Germany vs Colombia (09:45 p.m. WIB)
England vs Venezuela (10:15 p.m. WIB)
North Korea vs El Salvador (10:45 p.m. WIB)
Indonesia vs Zambia (10:45 p.m. WIB)
Recap of the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup Results on Monday, November 3, 2025:
Group A
Qatar vs Italy (0-1)
South Africa vs Bolivia (3-1)
Group B
Japan vs Morocco (2-0)
New Caledonia vs Portugal (1-6)
Group C
Costa Rica vs United Arab Emirates (1-1)
Senegal vs Croatia (0-0)
Group D
Argentina vs Belgium (3-2)
Tunisia vs Fiji (6-0)
Editor’s Choice: Indonesia U-17 to Face Panama in Final Dubai Friendly Ahead of World Cup Debut
Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News
Indonesia U-17 Holds Panama to a Draw in Final Friendly Match in Dubai
3 hari lalu
Panama took the lead in the first half with a goal in the 41st minute. The Indonesian U-17 national team scored with a goal by I Putu Panji.
Indonesia Schedule for the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar
5 hari lalu
The Indonesian U-17 national team is grouped in Group H with Brazil, Zambia, and Honduras in the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup.
Indonesia U-17 to Face Panama in Final Dubai Friendly Ahead of World Cup Debut
6 hari lalu
The U-17 Indonesia team will face Panama in their final Dubai friendly on Wednesday, 29 October 2025, ahead of the 2025 U-17 World Cup.
Lionel Messi Remains Undecided Over a 2026 World Cup Return
7 hari lalu
Lionel Messi is weighing physical and mental factors before representing Argentina in the 2026 World Cup. He aims to defend the title.
Indonesia U-17 Tests Tactics Against Ivory Coast Ahead of Zambia Match
7 hari lalu
National football observer, Kesit Budi Handoyo, said the U-17 national team's test match against Ivory Coast provides insight into the opponent Zambia.
Today's Top 3 News: ASEAN Agrees to Update Goods Trade Regulations
7 hari lalu
Here is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today.
Indonesia U-17 Loss to Paraguay 'No Cause for Concern,' Says PSSI Official
7 hari lalu
PSSI's Sumardji said Indonesia U-17's 1-2 loss to Paraguay isn't a concern, stressing focus on executing coach Nova Arianto's tactics.
Indonesia U-17 to Face Ivory Coast Today, Coach Nova Arianto Plans Player Rotation
7 hari lalu
Indonesia U-17 previously lost 1-2 against Paraguay in the first friendly match in preparation for the 2025 U-17 World Cup last Saturday.
What Went Wrong for Indonesia U-17 in the Match Against Paraguay
7 hari lalu
The U-17 Indonesian national team suffered a 1-2 defeat against Paraguay in an international friendly at Al Hamriyah Club Complex, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on Saturday, 25th October 2025.
Alex Pastoor Breaks Silence on Patrick Kluivert's Dismissal from Indonesia National Team
12 hari lalu
Dutch coach Alex Pastoor served as an assistant to Patrick Kluivert, who was newly appointed as the head coach in early 2025.
:strip_icc():format(jpeg)/kly-media-production/medias/5057311/original/031751800_1734586259-child-wearing-headphones-attending-online-courses.jpg)
:strip_icc():format(jpeg)/kly-media-production/medias/5220537/original/027291700_1747284960-IMG_5676.JPG)
:strip_icc():format(jpeg)/kly-media-production/medias/5198110/original/004603900_1745495162-Screenshot_2025-04-24_at_18.44.34.jpg)
