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Coach
U-19 Indonesian National Futsal Team
Naim Hamid Salim will improve the team’s shortcomings ahead of meeting Vietnam or Thailand in the semifinals of the AFF U-19 Futsal Cup.
The Indonesian U-19 National Futsal Team won 1-0 over Malaysia in the second Group B match in Nontabhuri, Thailand, Thursday (25/12) afternoon WIB.
This victory enabled Indonesia to gain an additional three points and successfully strengthen its position at the top of Group B with six points.
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Indonesia successfully swept two matches in Group B with a win.Apart from winning 1-0 over Malaysia, Indonesia first slaughtered Myanmar 4-1 in the first match.
Meanwhile, the defeat by Indonesia means that Malaysia remains in second place in Group B with one point from the two matches played.
Before losing 0-1 to Indonesia, Malaysia first drew 3-3 against Myanmar in the first match.
Indonesia is also certain to qualify for the semifinals of the 2025 AFF U-19 Futsal Cup with status as winner of Group B. Meanwhile, Malaysia continues to qualify for the semifinals as runner up in Group B. In the semifinals Indonesia will meet the runner up in Group A between Vietnam or Thailand.
“In the next group, it’s probably Vietnam or Thailand. Yes, we still have to be ready. We just focus on the shortcomings of what happened on the field, because we know we both have control of the ball but maybe we’re lacking in finishing,” said Naim after the match.
“And maybe it’s fair for me to say that this is a process for them as young players aged 19 years, with approximately 3 weeks for us to select and prepare. Yes, this is the process for them. Hopefully whoever the opponent is, we don’t have to think too far, we just focus on improving ourselves so that later our performance will be even better,” added Naim.
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Naim considers Vietnam and Thailand to be both extraordinary teams.However, Naim believes
U-19 Indonesian National Futsal Team
can give the best performance in the semifinals of the 2025 AFF U-19 Futsal Cup.
“Yes, we can really judge the next group, yes, Vietnam and Thailand are quite extraordinary teams, maybe their preparations are also more thorough. God willing, the children will show their best later,” said Naim.
The Indonesia vs Malaysia match which was held in Nontabhuri, Thailand, Thursday (25/12) afternoon WIB was fierce from the start.
Indonesia appeared dominant with ball control and high attack intensity.
The only goal in this match was scored by Andika Ferdyansyah in the first minute of the first half.This goal was the difference and determiner of victory.
Throughout the match, the U-19 Indonesian National Futsal Team continued to put pressure on the Malaysian defense.
The combination of fast play and tight pressing makes it difficult for opponents to develop their game.Malaysia relied more on counter attacks, but these efforts were well suppressed by Indonesia’s back line which appeared solid and disciplined.
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Entering the second half, Indonesia still dominated the match.A dangerous opportunity was created through Fatih Zidane’s kick in the 22nd minute.
Not long after, it was Andi Umay’s turn to threaten the Malaysian goal, followed by Robby Faturahman’s shot which the Malaysian goalkeeper was able to block.
Continuous pressure from Indonesia prevented Malaysia’s game from developing.This situation even aroused the emotions of the Malaysia U-19 coach who looked angry on the sidelines.
In the 39th minute, Indonesia scored a second goal through Andi Umay, but the referee disallowed it because Andi Umat was deemed to have committed a violation against the Malaysian goalkeeper.
Until the match was over, the score remained 1-0 for Indonesia’s advantage.This result ensures that Indonesia advances to the semifinals of the 2025 AFF U-19 Futsal Cup. In the semifinals, Indonesia has the potential to meet Thailand or Vietnam.
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Indonesia vs. Vietnam or Thailand in the AFF Futsal Cup Semifinals
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