Shining Stars of AFF U-23 2025: Indonesia’s Jens Raven and Muhammad Ardiansyah Earn Top Individual Honors
Although Indonesia’s U-23 national team fell short of winning the AFF U-23 Championship 2025, their strong performances throughout the tournament did not go unnoticed. In a thrilling final held at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, Indonesia narrowly lost to Vietnam with a close scoreline. Despite the defeat, two Indonesian players stood out with individual awards, highlighting the promising talent in the country’s young squad.
Jens Raven emerged as the tournament’s top scorer, netting seven goals to become the most prolific striker of the competition. His contributions went beyond just scoring, as he played a pivotal role in leading Indonesia’s attack through his physicality, tactical awareness, and sharp goal-scoring instincts. His performance marked him as one of the brightest offensive talents in the region.
On the defensive end, goalkeeper Muhammad Ardiansyah impressed with his consistent and crucial saves from the group stage all the way to the final. His quick reflexes and strong communication helped solidify Indonesia’s defense, earning him the best goalkeeper award. Ardiansyah’s presence was key in maintaining Indonesia’s competitiveness throughout the tournament.
The tournament concluded with Vietnam claiming the championship, Indonesia finishing as runner-up, and Thailand securing third place. Besides Jens Raven and Muhammad Ardiansyah, other individual honors went to standout players from various teams, but the Indonesian duo’s achievements showcased the country’s growing potential in Southeast Asian football.
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