Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. Indonesia’s U-17 national team secured a commanding 4-0 victory over Timor Leste in their AFF U-17 Championship Group A opener at Gelora Joko Samudro Stadium, Gresik, on Monday night (13/4/2026).

"Our players executed the short-passing strategy effectively, allowing us to control the tempo and secure a vital early advantage in the group standings," said Kurniawan Dwi Yulianto, the Head Coach of the Indonesia U-17 National Team, as reported by antaranews.com..

Captain Putu Ekayana Yoga Pratama spearheaded the assault with two early goals in the 6th and 17th minutes. Ridho added a third in the 36th minute before Dava Yunna sealed the result with a spectacular overhead kick just before halftime. 

Despite Timor Leste’s intensified efforts in the second half, Indonesia’s defense remained resolute, ensuring a clean sheet. This result places Indonesia at the top of Group A alongside Vietnam, ahead of their highly anticipated match against Malaysia this coming Thursday.

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