SEA Games 2025 Football: Must Win Big, Predicted Indonesia vs Myanmar Lineup (101 characters)

The Indonesia U-22 team must secure a big win against Myanmar U-22 at the SEA Games 2025 in Thailand. The duel at the 700th Anniversary Stadium, Chiang Mai, on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 18.00 WIB, is Garuda Muda's final opportunity to secure a semifinal ticket. 

Amid this pressure, coach Indra Sjafri is predicted to make major changes to Garuda Muda's starting XI and gameplay structure.

In the first match against the Philippines, Indra deployed a three-back formation with Kadek Arel, Muhammad Ferarri, and Dion Markx. However, that scheme didn't meet expectations. 

Using the three-back system caused Indonesia to lose attacking options.

The deadlock forced Indra to make a tactical change in the 58th minute. Tony Firmansyah was substituted for Dion to improve ball distribution. 

This substitution transformed Indonesia's playing style. Though still unable to score, Indonesia's ball circulation became smoother and created several dangerous situations in the Philippine defense.

The coach who won gold at the 2023 SEA Games is predicted to abandon the three-back system and return to a four-back formation. This approach is considered more balanced for pursuing a win by at least three goals.

Under the crossbar, Cahya Supriadi is expected to remain the primary choice. In defense, the duo of Kadek Arel and Muhammad Ferarri will form the main wall, while Dony Tri Pamungkas and Raka Cahyana occupy the wing-back positions. 

Both possess offensive capabilities that can create opportunities from the flanks.

In midfield, the 4-2-3-1 formation allows the duo of Ivar Jenner and Rivaldo Pakpahan to control the game tempo. 

Tony Firmansyah regains his role as the attacking pivot after his improved performance as a substitute in the previous match.

Speed will be crucial on the wings. Rafael Struick will operate from the left, while Rayhan Hannan covers the right side. 

These two players are projected to serve as both finishers and suppliers for main striker Mauro Zijlstra.

Historically, Indonesia holds a strong record against Myanmar. In their last three SEA Games meetings (2017, 2019, 2023), Garuda Muda always won, including a decisive 5-0 victory in the 2023 edition.

A substantial win over Myanmar is an absolute requirement to advance and challenge host Thailand in the semifinal on Monday, December 15, 2025 at 20.00 WIB.

Predicted Indonesia vs Myanmar Lineup in SEA Games 2025 Football Event

Indonesia U-22 (4-2-3-1): Cahya Supriadi (GK); Muhammad Ferarri, Kadek Arel, Dony Tri Pamungkas, Raka Cahyana; Rivaldo Pakpahan, Ivar Jenner; Tony Firmansyah; Rafael Struick, Rayhan Hannan; Mauro Zijlstra.(Antara)