Indonesia U-22 Loses 0-3 to Mali: Crumbled Early, Blunt Finish

The Indonesia U-22 squad suffered a crushing 0-3 defeat to Mali U-22 in a friendly match at Pakansari Stadium, Cibinong, Bogor, Saturday night, November 15, 2025. Garuda Muda failed to match the opponent's intensity, was fragile at the start of the match, and wasn't effective enough when creating chances.

Mali U-22 appeared ferocious from the first minute. After just five minutes, Selou Doucoure converted a corner kick with a header that the Indonesian defense couldn't block. This early goal immediately shook the organization of Garuda Muda's back line.

Indonesia responded with waves of pressure. Chances came from the feet of Dony Tri, Mauro Zijlstra, Rahmat Arjuna, Ivar Jenner, and Rafael Struick. However, the final execution remained blunt.

Samake's Individual Action Widens the Gap

As Indonesia grew more aggressive, Mali doubled their lead. In the 35th minute, Wilson Samake embarked on a solo run, bypassing several Indonesian defenders, then executed with a clinical touch to make the score 2-0.

Indonesia U-22's Attack More Lively in the Second Half, But Still Goalless

Indra Sjafri made a change at the start of the second half, bringing on Wigi Pratama to replace the injured Rahmat Arjuna. 

The intensity of the game increased, pressing became more aggressive, and Indonesia started to control possession.

Yet, a golden opportunity via a Dony Tri free kick in the 55th minute again missed the target.

Mali, although lowering their tempo, remained dangerous through swift counter-attacks. In the 73rd minute, Cahya Supriadi made a crucial save by deflecting a powerful shot from Sékou Kone.

Third Goal Closes the Match

Just when the match looked set to end 0-2, a mistake in the Indonesian back line during injury time was capitalized on by Moulaye Haidara. Mali sealed the match with a resounding 3-0 victory.

For Indonesia U-22, this defeat highlights two major homework assignments. The slow start and inadequate finishing need to be fixed before facing official tournaments.

Line-ups

Indonesia U-22:
Cahya Supriadi; Frengky Missa, Kakang Rudianto, Kadek Arel, Dony Tri Pamungkas; Ananda Raehan, Ivar Jenner, Raka Cahyana; Mauro Zijlstra, Rafael Struick, Rahmat Arjuna.

Mali U-22:
Bourama Kone; Isiaka Soukouna, Eden Gassama, Sekou Doucoure, Dan Sinate; Hamidou Makalou, Boubakar Dembaga, Moulaye Haidara, Aboubacar Sidibe; Pep Niama Sissoko, Wilson Samake.