November 6, 2025 | 09:44 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The coach of Indonesia’s U-17 national team, Nova Arianto, has urged his players not to be intimidated as they prepare to face Brazil in their second Group H match of the 2025 U-17 World Cup in Qatar on Friday, November 7.
Brazil, the second most successful nation in the history of the youth tournament with four titles, also holds the record for the most senior World Cup victories, with five trophies.
“I can say that Brazil are among the strongest contenders for the title this year. But I ask the players not to be afraid,” Nova said, as quoted by the official PSSI website on Thursday, November 6.
“What matters most is their mental strength. At the very least, we can match them. And who knows, maybe even beat them.”
Following their 1-3 loss to Zambia in the opening match last Tuesday, Nova said the team’s focus has now shifted entirely to tactical preparations for the Brazil game.
“On Wednesday, we focused on recovery after the match against Zambia,” the former national team defender explained. “We also worked on several game plans ahead of the Brazil match, and today, November 6, we continued with tactical sessions.”
Nova confirmed that the squad is in generally good condition. The only concern is Fabio Azkairawan, who required treatment after a collision in the first half against Zambia. Fabio, a young player from Persija Jakarta, was substituted by Muhamad Al Gazani in the second half.
“Fabio is recovering well,” Nova said. “Hopefully, he’ll be ready to play against Brazil.”
Indonesia currently sits third in Group H with no points, following the defeat to Zambia. However, Nova emphasized that Young Garuda still has a chance to advance to the knockout stage.
Besides group winners and runners-up, the tournament also allows the eight best third-placed teams to progress.
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