South Korea coach reveals team issues after loss to Indonesia in AFC U-17 Cup

Baek Ki-tae — South Korea U-17 national team coach — revealed his team’s problems after suffering a defeat to Indonesia in their AFC U-17 Cup 2025 Group C opening match.

Baek Ki-tae’s squad had to acknowledge Indonesia’s superiority with a narrow 0-1 score — a surprising result considering their status as one of the tournament’s title favorites.

South Korea actually displayed dominance throughout the match — controlling the game flow and creating various scoring opportunities.

The Ginseng Nation team managed to release 21 shots at Indonesia’s goal — several of which hit the woodwork, but none resulted in a goal.

Despite their control over the match, South Korea was unable to capitalize on their chances—and Indonesia held firm to secure the victory. This defeat has put extra pressure on Baek Ki-tae’s team as they prepare for their remaining group-stage matches.

The loss highlights the unpredictable nature of football—where even dominant performances do not always guarantee success, and it will serve as a wake-up call for the team to refine their finishing and tactical approach in upcoming games.