Nova Arianto Speaks on Indonesia U-17 Team Preparation Ahead of Afghanistan Round

Via Bolasport.com, Indonesian U-17 national team coach Nova Arianto shared insights on the team’s preparations for their final Group C match in the 2025 AFC U-17 Asian Cup against Afghanistan.

The match, set to take place at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, ultimately holds little stakes for the Garuda squad, as they have already secured qualification for the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup. However, Arianto demanded his boys to stay focused and take Afghanistan seriously.

The Indonesian U-17 team cemented their position as Group C champions with two dominant performances:

• A 1-0 victory over South Korea
• A 4-1 triumph against Yemen

This achievement marks a historic milestone for Indonesian football, as it is the first time the nation has qualified for the FIFA U-17 World Cup through the regular qualification pathway.