Indonesia U-17 National Team Starting Lineup vs Zambia in the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup

Monthly of Bulukumba- Under the stadium lights reflecting on the Qatari sand, eleven teenagers in white uniforms stepped out from the players' tunnel. The Red and White flag fluttered at the edge of the field, like a whisper from afar: "Play with your heart." Among them, Panji walked at the forefront — the captain's armband circled his arm, a symbol of responsibility and hope from millions of eyes watching from home.

This evening, the Indonesia U-17 National Team once again wrote a story. Their opponent was not just any team — Zambia, the young champion from Africa, known for their physical strength and pressing speed. However, the young faces of Garuda Muda did not show fear, only burning enthusiasm and belief that football is not only about the body, but also about determination.

Indonesia U-17 National Team has released the starting lineup for the match against Zambia in the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, Tuesday, November 4, 2025. In this important match, the coach entrusted the captain's armband to Panji, while Mierza will be the focal point in the forward line of Garuda Muda.

Defensive line: Dafa and the wall named Panji

Beneath the crossbar, Dafa stands upright. His breath is calm, but his focus is sharp, as if reading the direction of the ball even before the kick happens.

In front of them, Captain Panji leads the backline together with Baker, Lucas Lee, and Eizar - four young defenders who will hold back the wave of Zambia's attacks.

Panji is not just a defender; he is the voice amid the stadium's noise. He shouts instructions, pats his teammates' shoulders, ensuring that none of them lose their way. Within him, there is calmness as well as fire — a combination that makes him trusted with the captain's armband.

Middle machine: Nazriel and Evandra weave the rhythm

The midfield tonight becomes the stage for Nazriel and Evandra. The two are like two poles that complement each other — Nazriel with his calmness and vision in passing, and Evandra with his strength and courage to press the opponent.

Meanwhile, Fabio was the link, the figure who stitched the attacks from below to the front. Every pass, every step, seemed like part of a scenario they had memorized in their minds and hearts.

From the bench, the coach watched them like a poet waiting for the end of his poem - hoping the result would be as beautiful as the effort invested in the long and quiet training sessions.

Front trio: Alberto, Gholy, and Mierza The goal machine

On the front line, three names are ready to write golden ink: Alberto, Gholy, and Mierza.

Gholy with the speed of his wings, Alberto with his instinct to create space, and Mierza - the young predator - who is trusted to close every opportunity with the accuracy of an archer.

As the national anthem played, Mierza looked toward the stands. There, perhaps only a flag was present, but in his mind, he could see the faces of his parents, friends, and the entire country who had placed their hopes on his shoulders.

Here is the complete list of the Indonesia U-17 National Team lineup:

Starting XI:

1. Dafa

2. Panji (C)

3. Baker

4. Lucas Lee

5. Eizar

6. Fabio

7. Evandra

8. Nazriel

9. Alberto

10. Gholy

11. Mierza

Substitute Players (Game Changers):

Rendy (GK), Hoppenbrouwers (GK), Dafa Zaidan, Cahya, Ilham, Al Gazani, Azizu, Rafi Rasyiq, Fandi Ahmad, Dimas Adi.

From Qatar to Indonesia: A Dream Come True

For these children, playing in the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar is not just a tournament. It is proof - that Indonesian football is rising again, that hard work on small fields, in villages and hidden academies, has finally borne fruit.

This match is an important test for the Indonesia U-17 National Team to maintain their hope of advancing to the knockout stage. Full support from the public in the homeland is expected to add motivation for the Garuda Muda squad in Qatar.

Then, tonight, when the first whistle blew, a nation held its breath.

Garuda Muda may still be learning to fly, but every flap of their wings shakes the chests of all Indonesia. ***

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