Kim Ji-sung Claims South Korea Is the Strongest Team in the 2025 AFC U-17 Asian Cup.

According to the AFC website, South Korea U-17 midfielder Kim Ji-sung—made a surprising statement after his team’s loss to Indonesia in the 2025 AFC U-17 Asian Cup.

Despite suffering a 0-1 defeat to Indonesia, Kim Ji-sung—maintains that South Korea is the strongest team in this tournament.

South Korea has an impressive record in this competition:

• 2023 AFC U-17 Asian Cup runners-up

• Two-time tournament champions

• Senior team regularly qualifies for the World Cup

Kim Ji-sung, who entered as a substitute in the final 25 minutes—was on the field when Evandra Florasta scored Indonesia’s winning goal from a penalty rebound in injury time.

Despite the loss, Kim Ji-sung’s statement reflects his confidence in South Korea’s—overall strength and their future prospects in the tournament.

While Indonesia emerged victorious in this match—the battle for supremacy in the AFC U-17 Asian Cup remains wide open, and South Korea will look to bounce back stronger in their upcoming fixtures.