Irfan Bachdim recalls childhood inspiration after swapping jerseys with Rivaldo.

Sunday, 19 April 2026 | 12:00

Author: Respaty Gilang

Mantan pemain tim nasional Indonesia Irfan Bachdim.
Source: AntaraNews

Summary

1. Irfan Bachdim exchanged jerseys with Barcelona legend Rivaldo during the Clash of Legends event.

2. Bachdim revealed that Rivaldo and Ronaldo have been his childhood inspirations in football.

3. Despite DRX World Legends losing 0-3 to Barca Legends, the match remained a memorable experience.

Former Indonesian National Team player Irfan Bachdim drew attention during the Clash of Legends Sportainment match after swapping jerseys with FC Barcelona legend Rivaldo.

That moment became a valuable experience for Irfan, considering Rivaldo is one of the figures who inspired him since childhood to pursue a career in Football.

"Honestly, I started having football dreams because of Patrick Kluivert at Ajax back then. He's my legend. And of course R9 (Ronaldo Nazario) and Rivaldo were very motivating when I was little. So, I am very, very happy, joyful, and extremely honored," said Irfan in Jakarta on Saturday night, April 18, 2026 WIB.

In that match, Irfan strengthened DRX World Legends who faced Barca Legends at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium. This match was part of sports entertainment bringing together former star players from various countries.

Despite playing with full spirit, DRX World Legends had to acknowledge the opponent's superiority after losing 0-3 to Barca Legends.

Regardless of the Match Result, Irfan admitted he thoroughly enjoyed that rare opportunity. He felt proud to share the field with Football Legends of the world while also providing entertainment for football lovers in Indonesia.

"They were very, very nice, humble, I was really happy to be able to play and meet them," said Irfan.

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Irfan Bachdim Swaps Jerseys with Idol Rivaldo at Clash of Legends Event

Indonesian footballer Irfan Bachdim swapped jerseys with his childhood idol Rivaldo during the Clash of Legends event at GBK Stadium. Bachdim, who played for DRX World Legends against Barca Legends, called it an emotional honor despite his team's 0-3 loss, citing Rivaldo and Ronaldo Nazário as key inspirations for h...

Bachdim exchanged jerseys with Barcelona legend Rivaldo during the exhibition match
Revealed Rivaldo and Ronaldo Nazário inspired his childhood football dreams
DRX World Legends lost 0-3 to Barca Legends in the Jakarta event

Former Indonesian national team player Irfan Bachdim exchanged jerseys with Barcelona legend Rivaldo during the Clash of Legends exhibition match at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium. The moment held deep personal significance for Bachdim, who revealed that Rivaldo and Ronaldo Nazário were childhood inspirations fueling his football dreams.

A Dream Come True on the Pitch

"I started having football dreams because of Patrick Kluivert at Ajax. He's my legend, and of course Ronaldo and Rivaldo were very motivating when I was little," Bachdim shared in Jakarta after the April 18, 2026 event. "I am extremely honored."

Playing for DRX World Legends against the Barca Legends team, Bachdim embraced the rare opportunity despite the 0-3 loss. He described the global football icons as humble and approachable, expressing joy at competing alongside them. The sports entertainment event brought together former star players, creating memorable experiences for both participants and Indonesian football fans.