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| Sumber: ANTARA/Yudi Manar |
Jakarta, Indonesia Hap — Indonesia U-20 head coach Nova Arianto has announced a 23-player squad for the 2027 AFC U-20 Asian Cup qualifiers, with the young Garuda set to begin its campaign in Laos.
The squad features a mixture of established names and emerging talents as Indonesia aims to secure qualification for the final tournament in China.
Nova has selected three goalkeepers, 10 defenders, five midfielders, and five forwards for the qualifying campaign.
Indonesia has been drawn into Group H alongside Southeast Asian rivals Malaysia, Australia, and hosts Laos. The group-stage matches are scheduled to be played on August 31, September 3, and September 6.
Indonesia U-20 Squad for Asian Cup Qualifiers
The goalkeeping department will be contested by Dafa Al Gazemi, Er Deva Aulia, and Rendi Razzaqu.
Deva Aulia is one of the notable selections in the squad and will provide additional competition for the goalkeeper position as Indonesia begins its qualification campaign.
In defense, Nova has called up 10 players, including I Putu Panji, Amar Brkic, Ibra Ohorella, Ruben Asoka, and Eizar Jacob.
The midfield features Aleandro Alam, Nazriel Alvaro, Erwin Gerard, M. Isfandyar Abdillah, and Welber Jardim.
Welber Jardim is among the players expected to attract particular attention. The midfielder has developed his football career in Brazil and brings experience from playing in the country's football environment.
Up front, Indonesia will rely on five forwards: Irpan Abadi, Reno Salampessy, Theodore Evan, Arkhan Kaka, and Zahaby Gholy.
Arkhan Kaka and Zahaby Gholy are among the attacking players expected to play an important role as Indonesia looks to make a strong start to the qualification campaign.
Indonesia Face Malaysia in Opening Match
Indonesia's first test will come against Malaysia on Monday, August 31.
The match will be played at the New Laos National Stadium in Vientiane, Laos, marking the beginning of Indonesia's journey toward the 2027 AFC U-20 Asian Cup.
With Australia also occupying a place in Group H, Indonesia faces a challenging route to the final tournament. Every point could prove important as the young Garuda attempts to finish the qualification campaign in a position strong enough to advance to the Asian Cup in China.
Full Indonesia U-20 Squad
Goalkeepers
- Dafa Al Gazemi
- Er Deva Aulia
- Rendi Razzaqu
Defenders
- I Putu Panji
- Amar Brkic
- Ibra Ohorella
- Ruben Asoka
- Eizar Jacob
- Algazani Dwi
- Aditya Raharjo
- Rafi Rasyiq
- Ghifari Azhhari
- Fabio Azka Irawan
Midfielders
- Aleandro Alam
- Nazriel Alvaro
- Erwin Gerard
- M. Isfandyar Abdillah
- Welber Jardim
Forwards
- Irpan Abadi
- Reno Salampessy
- Theodore Evan
- Arkhan Kaka
- Zahaby Gholy
Indonesia will now turn its attention to the opening fixture against Malaysia as Nova Arianto's young side begins its bid to reach the 2027 AFC U-20 Asian Cup in China.
