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INDONESIAUPDATES.COM, News En – Indonesia U-17’s journey in the 2025 AFC U-17 Asian Cup came to a disappointing end as they were heavily defeated 6-0 by North Korea in the quarterfinal match held at King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium.
North Korea opened the scoring early through Choe Song-hun in the 7th minute, followed by a deflected shot from Kim Yu-jin in the 19th minute, giving them a 2-0 lead by halftime.
The second half saw further domination from the North Korean side. Ri Kyong-bong added a third in the 48th minute, Kim Tae-guk converted a penalty in the 60th, and Ri Kang-rim scored a minute later. The final blow came in the 77th minute through Pak Ju-won.
Despite the devastating loss, Indonesia’s head coach Nova Arianto praised his players’ efforts and emphasized the learning experience.
“Congratulations to North Korea for an outstanding performance. While the result is not what we hoped for, I’m proud of my players for fighting until the end,” Nova said in a post-match interview shared by PSSI.
Indonesia still holds a silver lining—they have secured a spot in the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar this November. This marks the first time Indonesia qualifies through the group stage, after previously participating as host in the 2023 edition.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What was the final score between Indonesia U-17 and North Korea U-17 in the 2025 AFC U-17 Asian Cup quarterfinals?
A: Indonesia U-17 lost 6-0 to North Korea U-17 in the quarterfinal match held on April 14, 2025.
Q2: Who is the head coach of the Indonesia U-17 national team?
A: The current head coach is Nova Arianto.
Q3: Did Indonesia U-17 qualify for the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup despite the loss?
A: Yes, Indonesia U-17 has qualified for the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar after finishing in the top two of Group C during the group stage.
Q4: Where was the quarterfinal match between Indonesia and North Korea played?
A: The match was played at the King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Q5: What did Coach Nova Arianto say after the match?
A: Coach Nova congratulated North Korea on their performance and expressed pride in his team, stating that the experience would be valuable preparation for the upcoming U-17 World Cup.
Q6: How did Indonesia U-17 perform in the group stage of the tournament?
A: Indonesia U-17 performed strongly, finishing as the Group C winner, ahead of South Korea and securing their World Cup qualification.
Q7: When and where will the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup take place?
A: The 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup will be held in Qatar in November 2025.
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