The Indonesia U-17 National Team is once again warming up to face a major challenge at the Asian level. As part of their preparation for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026, the young Garuda squad is scheduled to take part in a series of international friendly matches under the banner of the International U-17 Friendly Match. This program is a crucial part of the coaching staff’s efforts to further strengthen and refine the team.
In this friendly series, Indonesia U-17 will face China U-17 in two matches held at Indomilk Arena, Tangerang. These games are expected to provide a clear picture of the team’s readiness, both tactically and physically, as well as their mental strength before entering official Asian competition.
Two Crucial Matches for Team Evaluation
The first match will take place on Sunday, February 8, 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 9:00 PM WIB. This game will be the first opportunity for the young Garuda to measure their strength against an international opponent and assess how far the squad has progressed after an intensive training camp.
Three days later, Indonesia will meet China again on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, with an earlier kick-off at 6:30 PM WIB. Although both matches are classified as friendlies, the atmosphere is expected to be highly competitive, as both teams will use the fixtures as a simulation of real tournament conditions.
Through these two matches, the coaching staff will have a valuable chance to rotate players, test different tactical approaches, and observe the mentality and character of each player under international match pressure.
The selection of Indomilk Arena, Tangerang, as the venue is no coincidence. The stadium has often hosted international youth-level matches and is well known for its good facilities and supportive atmosphere.
The presence of fans in the stands is also expected to provide an extra boost for the young Indonesian players. Direct support from supporters will not only motivate them but also offer valuable experience as they continue their development toward higher levels of competition.
Indonesia U-17 have already secured automatic qualification for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026. This was achieved after the team reached the quarterfinals in the previous edition, granting them a direct ticket without the need to go through the qualification stage.
The AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026 will feature 16 of the best teams in Asia and is scheduled to be held from April 30 to May 17, 2026, in Saudi Arabia. With sufficient preparation time, the friendly matches against China are an important step in building a more solid, competitive, and confident squad.
The coaching staff is expected to use this opportunity to sharpen the players’ mentality, improve team chemistry, and finalize tactical systems that can adapt to different styles of play across Asia.
Match Schedule: Indonesia U-17 vs China U-17
Matchday 1
Sunday, February 8, 2026
Kick-off: 9:00 PM WIB
Venue: Indomilk Arena, Tangerang
Matchday 2
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Kick-off: 6:30 PM WIB
Venue: Indomilk Arena, Tangerang
For fans who cannot attend the matches at the stadium, both games will be available via official live streaming on Vidio. The platform offers high-quality broadcasts that can be accessed easily on smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs.
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With full support from football lovers across the country, Indonesia U-17 are expected to continue their positive development and face the Asian stage with confidence. Let us all support the Young Garuda on their journey toward success at the AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026.
