Predicted Lineups: Indonesia U23 vs Philippines U23 – AFF U23 Championship 2025

Tension is high at Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium as Indonesia U23 prepares to lock horns with the ever-dangerous Philippines U23 in a Group A decider. Both sides arrive with their own ambitions—Indonesia fueled by home pride and passion, while the Philippines are eager to ride their wave of momentum thanks to their impressive overseas-based players.

Indonesia U23 Predicted Lineup

Under Gerald Vanenburg, Indonesia U23 is likely to stick to their aggressive 4-3-3 or 3-4-3 setup—high pressing, lightning-quick transitions, and a squad brimming with young, local talent.

• Goalkeeper: Muhammad Adiansyah
• Right Back: Brandon Scheunemann
• Center Back: Muhammad Ferarri (Captain), Kakang Rudianto
• Left Back: Dony Tri Pamungkas
• Midfield: Robi Darwis (engine, tempo controller), Toni Firmansyah (discipline), Arkhan Fikri (creative playmaker)
• Right Wing: Hokky Caraka (tricky, hungry for goals)
• Striker: Jens Raven (clinical finisher, penalty box predator)
• Left Wing: Victor Dethan (creative, 1v1 specialist)

Highlights:
Jens Raven leads the attack, flanked by the pace and skill of Hokky Caraka and Victor Dethan. Defensive duties fall to Ferarri and Rudianto/Arel—solid and reliable at the back, ready to fend off the Philippine counter.

Philippines U23 Predicted Lineup

Garrath McPherson’s Philippines U23 side is full of surprises, boasting seven overseas-based players plying their trade in the USA, Spain, Japan, and Thailand. Fresh from a morale-boosting win over Malaysia, the squad is brimming with confidence.

• Goalkeeper: Still a mystery (could be local or overseas-based)
• Defenders: Blend of local and overseas-based players—strong in the air and robust in tackles
• Midfielders: Otu Abang Banatao (DC United; creative, dynamic, hard-working), plus overseas-based talents from Spain/USA
• Forwards: Mostly overseas-based, explosive, and clinical in front of goal

Highlights:
Banatao is the chief orchestrator and danger man, capable of unlocking defenses and lethal from set-pieces. The physicality and international experience of their midfield and attacking line make the Philippines a threat for any opponent.