Mees Hilgers shows limited contribution in Indonesia’s March 2025 FIFA Matchday matches

Mees Hilgers showed limited contribution with the Indonesian national team during two FIFA Matchday matches in March 2025.

The squad under Patrick Kluivert played two matches with different outcomes — a heavy 1-5 defeat against Australia at Sydney Football Stadium and a narrow 1-0 victory over Bahrain at Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium.

The first match in Sydney proved to be a difficult night for Indonesia’s national team — the host team, Australia, managed to dominate the Garuda Squad with a decisive score.

However, the national team managed to bounce back in the second match in Jakarta — the 1-0 victory over Bahrain provided a positive result to conclude this FIFA Matchday series.

Despite the mixed results, Hilgers’ performances in both matches raised questions about his impact on the team. While his defensive role was tested against Australia, he struggled to contain the opposition’s attack.

In the second match, though the team secured a win, his influence remained minimal— Indonesia continues its preparations for upcoming competitions, the coaching staff will likely assess how to maximize his potential within the squad.