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His absence
Marselino Ferdinand
at the 2025 SEA Games, the player composition must be immediately adjusted.Here are three players who can replace Marselino.
The coach of the Indonesian U-23 National Team for the 2025 SEA Games, Indra Sjafri, said Marselino Ferdinan canceled his appearance due to a hamstring injury.
“We have communicated with coach AS Trencin that Marselino Ferdinan cannot be released by his club because he has a hamstring injury. For this reason, we have prepared a replacement, namely Rifqi Ray Farandi from Persik Kediri, who flew to Thailand today to join,” said Indra Sjafri in a PSSI written statement, Wednesday (3/12).
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The cancellation of AS Trencin’s appearance was seen as a big loss for the Garuda Muda squad which was aiming for a gold medal at the Southeast Asian Games.
Like it or not, Indra Sjafri had to find a way to fill the spot usually occupied by Marselino.Here are three players who can replace Marselino.
1. Arjuna’s Grace
Rahmat Arjuna is one of the potential right wingers in Indonesia.The 21 year old player is one of the mainstays at Bali United with a record of 10 matches from 14 matches.
Even though he has not provided a goal or assist this season in the 2025/2026 Super League, Rahmat Arjuna has great qualities in opening up space and dribbling, especially on the right side.
Rahmat’s presence could be the answer to Marselino’s absence on the right side.Because it is not uncommon for Marselino to play in this position when he is in the Indonesian national team at senior level.
2. Rayhan Hannan
Persija Jakarta’s young midfielder, Rayhan Hannan is a versatile player who can be maximized in the U-23 Indonesian National Team.Apart from his original position as an attacking midfielder, the 21 year old player can be placed on the right or left wing.
The Jakarta-born player is a visionary in his playing.His agility in carrying the ball is accompanied by the quality of his accurate passes.It’s no wonder the Kemayoran Tigers’ main squad gave him the opportunity to play four times this season.
Rayhan can answer Marselino’s absence in the middle sector.Moreover, the absence of Arkhan Fikri is also a big PR for Garuda Muda.
3. Hokky Caraka
Persita Tangerang’s flamboyant striker, Hokky Caraka could also be an option to be placed on the right side.This task is his responsibility in the Cisadane Warriors squad.
There was one goal scored by Hokky in the 2025/2026 Super League.However, currently the 21 year old player is mostly tasked with stabbing from the right and creating opportunities.
Hokky was also placed as a right wing striker in the trial against Mali with one assist.This could be a provision for the player from Gunung Kidul as an integral part of the U-23 Indonesian National Team.
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(jal/jun)
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