The U-18 National Team Wins Trial In Turkey, Indonesian Football Association Chairman: Good Start And They Must Focus

JAKARTA - The Indonesian Football Association (PSSI) General Chair Mochamad Iriawan expressed his appreciation for the slick results achieved by the U-18 national team during a test match in Turkey. Iriawan felt grateful and said the results were a good start.

Not only that, the man who is familiarly called Iwan Bule also asked Garuda Muda employees to make the results a race of enthusiasm. They are asked to continue to work hard and focus.

"Thank God the U-18 national team was able to win. It's a great start during the training camp in Turkey. You still have to focus, work hard, and be disciplined," said Iriawan, quoted from the official PSSI website.

The U-18 national team is currently in Turkey for a training camp. While in Turkey, Young Garuda is also scheduled to undergo several trials to hone their skills.

Sunday, November 21, the U-18 national team had the opportunity to test against Antalyaspor. In the match that took place at the Limak Football Complex, Turkey, Shin Tae-yong's team won 3-1.

In the trial match, Ronaldo Kwateh became the star of the field with the contribution of two goals. Meanwhile, one closing goal was scored by Alfriyanto Nico Saputro.

Victory in the trial match was more or less a spark of enthusiasm for young footballers. Moreover, it is known that the agenda that the U-18 national team continues to carry out is preparation for the U-20 World Cup in 2023 where Indonesia is the host.

With that background, Iriawan really hopes that Young Garuda can really undergo training well and maximally. Because with perseverance and hard work, it is hoped that Young Garuda can perform optimally at the 2023 U-20 World Cup later.

“We also wish our players to improve their abilities during their training camp in Turkey. We believe that the Indonesian national team can achieve achievements in the upcoming 2023 U-20 World Cup," concluded Iriawan.