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Skuad Indonesia U-17 berangkat menuju Arab Saudi untuk laga uji coba dan mengikuti Piala Asia U-17 2026.
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Summary

1. Indonesia U-17 includes three diaspora players—Mike Rajasa, Noha Pohan, and Mathew Baker—in its final squad for the 2026 AFC U-17 Asian Cup.

2. The team will compete in Group B against Japan, China, and Qatar during the tournament in Jeddah.

3. This event also serves as a qualifier for the 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

The final Indonesia U-17 squad for the 2026 AFC U-17 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia has been officially announced, featuring three Diaspora Players as key reinforcements. Their inclusion forms part of the team's strategy to compete in the increasingly challenging Asian tournament.

The three players are Mike Rajasa from FC Utrecht, Noha Pohan (NAC Breda), and Mathew Baker from Melbourne City. The latter brings valuable experience having previously played in both the U-17 Asian Cup and U-17 World Cup.

They complete the 23-player roster preparing for the tournament. These diaspora talents will collaborate with domestic players including Noah Leo Duvert, Putu Ekayana, Zidane Raditya, Chico Jericho, Dava Yunna, and Sean Rahman.

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Under coach Kurniawan Dwi Yulianto, Indonesia is drawn in Group B alongside Asian powerhouses Japan U-17, China U-17, and Qatar U-17.

This group is considered one of the toughest, especially since Japan holds the record as the tournament's most successful team with four championship titles.

Bali United contributes the most players with four names. Meanwhile, Persija Jakarta, Persik Kediri, Persebaya Surabaya, and Adhyaksa FC each supply three players.

The tournament will be held in Jeddah from May 5-22, 2026. Beyond competing for the Asian title, this event also serves as a qualifier for the 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup. The top two teams from each group will advance to the Quarter-finals while securing World Cup tickets.

With a blend of Diaspora Players and local talent, Indonesia U-17 arrives with high ambitions. Though formidable challenges await, opportunities to create upsets remain open if the Young Garuda squad can perform consistently at the highest level.

Full 23-player roster for Indonesia at 2026 AFC U-17 Asian Cup

1. Noah Leo Duvert (Bali United)

2. Abdillah Ishak (Persija)

3. Mike Rajasa (FC Utrecht)

4. Randu Aryo (Persik)

5. Putu Ekayana (Bali United)

6. Farik Rizqi (Adhiyaksa)

7. Zidane Raditya (Persis)

8. Mathew Baker (Melbourne City)

9. Farrel Luckyta (PSS)

10. Made Arbi (Bali United)

11. Peres Akwila (Persija)

12. Fardan Farras (Borneo FC)

13. Girly Andrade (Persik)

14. Chico Jericho (ASIOP)

15. Keanu Senjaya (Bali United)

16. Noha Pohan (NAC)

17. Alfredo Naraya (Persebaya)

18. Miraj Rizky (Adhiyaksa)

19. Dava Yunna (Persebaya)

20. Ridho (Persija)

21. Ichiro Akbar (Persebaya)

22. Sean Rahman (Persik)

23. Fardan Ary (Adhiyaksa)

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Indonesia U-17 Squad Features 3 Diaspora Players for 2026 AFC U-17 Asian Cup

Indonesia U-17 has finalized its 23-player squad for the 2026 AFC U-17 Asian Cup, featuring three diaspora players: Mike Rajasa (FC Utrecht), Noha Pohan (NAC Breda), and Mathew Baker (Melbourne City). The team will compete in Group B against Japan, China, and Qatar during the tournament in Jeddah from May 5-22, 2026...

Three diaspora players selected: Mike Rajasa, Noha Pohan, and Mathew Baker
Competing in Group B against Japan, China, and Qatar in Jeddah
Tournament serves as qualifier for 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup
Bali United contributes most players (four) to the squad

The Indonesia U-17 national team has finalized its 23-player squad for the 2026 AFC U-17 Asian Cup, featuring three diaspora players as key additions. Mike Rajasa from FC Utrecht, Noha Pohan from NAC Breda, and Mathew Baker from Melbourne City will join domestic talents in the tournament held in Saudi Arabia.

Mathew Baker brings valuable experience from previous U-17 competitions, having participated in both the Asian Cup and World Cup. These international-based players will collaborate with domestic standouts including Noah Leo Duvert, Putu Ekayana, Zidane Raditya, Chico Jericho, Dava Yunna, and Sean Rahman.

Drawn in Group B under coach Kurniawan Dwi Yulianto, Indonesia faces formidable opponents: Japan, China, and Qatar. Japan enters as the tournament's most successful team with four championship titles, making this one of the toughest groups in the competition.

Club contributions to the squad see Bali United providing four players, while Persija Jakarta, Persik Kediri, Persebaya Surabaya, and Adhyaksa FC each supply three athletes. The tournament runs from May 5-22, 2026 in Jeddah and doubles as a qualifier for the FIFA U-17 World Cup, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the quarter-finals and securing World Cup berths.

Indonesia approaches the competition with a blend of international and domestic talent, aiming to overcome challenging opponents through consistent high-level performances.