Indonesia's Coach Exclaims After Historic Victory at the World Cup

The Indonesia U17 team made history at the 2025 World Cup with a thrilling 2-1 win over Honduras.

The Indonesia U17 squad marked a special milestone at the 2025 U17 World Cup by defeating Honduras 2-1 on the evening of November 8th.This was Indonesia's first-ever victory in a youth World Cup, a result that carries great significance not only in terms of outcome but also as a testament to the rapid progress of youth football in the archipelago.

From the opening minutes, Coach Nova Arianto’s players showed determination, discipline, and high confidence. The defense stayed focused, quickly transitioned play, and their relentless spirit helped "Garuda Muda" withstand the opponent’s pressure. Their unity and strong fighting will enabled them to overcome Honduras, a team considered superior.

This victory not only earned Indonesia valuable three points but also demonstrated the remarkable development of the country’s youth football. Compared to previous World Cups, the current U17 Indonesia squad plays more cohesively, follows clear tactics, and shows greater resilience when facing teams from stronger footballing nations.

After the match, Coach Nova Arianto expressed his pride and emotion by saying: “The feeling is truly amazing for us. We are extremely, extremely happy. Our first-ever World Cup win is very special to me, and I hope this will be the starting point for the players to continue growing and improving in the future.”

The 45-year-old tactician also thanked the home fans — a huge source of motivation that inspired the team’s passionate performance: “The spirit in Indonesia is truly wonderful. We know there are many football lovers, from supporters to the players themselves. I hope Indonesian football will keep advancing strongly, especially after our performance at this World Cup.”

The win against Honduras not only brought joy to the coaching staff and players but also boosted the confidence and pride of Indonesian fans. With strong fighting spirit and a desire to give their best, Coach Nova Arianto’s team is full of confidence heading into the upcoming matches at the 2025 U17 World Cup.

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