The Indonesian U-20 national team made history on Wednesday by defeating Argentina 2-1 in the opening match of a four-nation tournament in Seoul, scoring two goals within seven minutes.
Argentina took the lead early in the 17th minute when Rodrigo Ezequiel Stocco's volley from outside the box was headed into the net by Mirko Juarez.
However, as Argentina eased off the pressure, Indonesia seized the opportunity to counterattack. In the 75th minute, a set piece from Mouri Ananda was headed in by Kadek Arel Priyatna, leveling the score.
Just seven minutes later, Indonesia secured the win when Mouri calmly converted a penalty, awarded after a foul by Argentina’s goalkeeper.
“This is a historic victory. I watched the match in person and witnessed the remarkable performance of our team, who came from behind to win,” Indonesian Football Association (PSSI) Chairman Erick Thohir said in a statement.
“While defeating Argentina, a team ranked much higher than us, is a great achievement, we must stay humble.”
Indonesia’s young squad is participating in the tournament as part of its preparations for the upcoming Asia Cup.
In another match of the Seoul Earth on Us Cup, host nation South Korea defeated Thailand 4-1 to top the standings.
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