19 U-23 Players Joined the First Day Training

The U-23 Squad has already begin their training in the Field C of National Team Training Field in Senayan on Monday, January 24, 2011. This Training Center were joined by 19 players of 25 players. Alfred Riedl called the 25 local players with one from Holland, Ruben Wuarbanaran. But, Alfred is still waiting for the naturalization progress of this Indonesian-Holland decent players.

There are still 6 players from Perseman Manokwari, Arema Indonesia, and Persib Bandung that still have not join yet the Training Camp. There are Kurnia Meiga, Dendi Santoso, and Yongki Ariwibowo (Arema Indonesia). And two from Persib Bandung are Dias Angga Putra and Johan Yoga. They just finished the ISL game between Persib Bandung against Arema Indonesia that has been drawed, 1-1.

Those players are already in Jakarta but have not join yet the TC, while Nasution Karubaba who is from Perseman Manokwari, will join the TC on Wednesday, January 26, 2011. There is another player from Holland, Jorge de Kat, who is already in Jakarta also. He will join the training camp on Tuesday afternoon.

The defender player, Abdul Hamid Mony seemed was given separated training. The Persiba Balikpapan player got dislocated-shoulder injury. 

"At the moment, we are having light training to observe the players condition. Whether they are in good condition, or get some injured. Some players had little injured, but it is not a big problem", said Alfred Riedl.

"Yongki is getting better. Maybe this week he could join the training with other players", mentioned Alfred.

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Riedl choose Hongkong to have friendly match for U-23

Hong Kong is considered to be a realistic opponent to prepare the U-23 compete in Pre-Olympic Games 2012 and SEA Games 2011. It also supported by Iman Arief with his statement on Saturday, January 22, 2011. That Hong Kong has more chance than Australia because of some considerations.

"Actually there are two options between Hong Kong and Australia. But, Hong Kong is more realistic than Australia. Beside the hot climate in Australia, the time consideration is also one of Alfred Riedl reasons", said Iman Arief after the 2nd Congress of PSSI in Pasific Pan, Nirwana Resort Bali.

"The time to face Australia is too short. If we have a friendly match with Australia, it will be scheduled around February 6-9, 2011. While Hong Kong already schedule around February 9-12, 2011 for the friendly match. And if so, we will also face the Hong Kong U-23 national team positively", mentioned by Iman Arief.

The first step of U-23 in Pre-Olympic Games 2012 will match the Turkmenistan. The first leg will be held in Indonesia at February 23, 2011. Then the second leg, Turkmenistan will be the host at March 9, 2011.

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Philippines doesn't invite Indonesia to the U-23 Friendly Championship

Philippines Football Federation (PFF), Mariano Araneta, said that they will invite three U-23 football team from Sout-East Asia to join the Friendly Championship held in Rizal Memorial Stadium. It will be four teams competition. This tournament is really good in order to occur the SEA football atmosphere before the SEA Games 2011 which will be held in Indonesia. The tournament will be sponsored by the beer company, Asia Brewery. It will be hosted in Philippines one month before the SEA Games, it is around October 2011. 

"We will invite the U-23 team from Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, or Malaysia maybe to join the four-tournament in football", said Araneta in the site of ASEAN Football Feederation (AFF).

He also said that this tournament will be sponsored by the Asian Brewery, this company also gave $5.600 after Philippens went through the Semi-Final of AFF Suzuki Cup 2010. 

source: goal.com

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FIFA said Indonesia keeps on raising (FIFA.Com)

With most national teams inactive over the New year period, there was a little movement in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Rangking. However, Indonesia's consistent rise up the global ladder has raised some eyebrows over the last two months. Ranked 135th in the world and ranked 20th in Asia in November 2010, they wrapped up the year with an eight-place climb to become Asia's best movers, before moving up one more place to 126th at the start of 2011.

This progress is the result of their excellent performances during the recent AFF (ASEAN Football Federation) Suzuki Cup, where they stormed into the final for the fourth time, only lose out to Malaysia over two legs. The region's falgship competition, previuosly knwon as the Tiger Cup, ran from 1-29 December, with Indonesia playing hosts in the group stage.

Roared on by their adoring home supporters, the Red and Whites opened in stunning fashion by routing regional rivals Malaysia 5-1, before firing six unanswered goals past Laos. Inspired by their good start, they went on to dispatch Thailand 2-1, a result that booked their place in the last four while condemning the three-time champions to elimination.

The semi-final clashes against the Philippines represented Indonesia's toughest test. But under Austrian tacticioan Alfred Riedl, who took over last May, the south-east Asian kept their cool, logging wins both home and away, Christian Gonzales on target in both matches.

The final pitted them against Malaysia, who they demolished in the tournament's curtain-raiser. Entering the re-match with confidence, the Indonesians were nonetheless caught out by the offesinve approach of the hosths in opening away leg on 26 December. Malaysia took the game 3-0, courtesy of three goals in the space of 12 minutes. Though Indonesia bounced back to win the return match 2-1 at home three days later, it was the Malaysians who emerged eventual victors 4-2 on aggregate.

Renewed hopes

Despiye missing out on the regional championship yet again, the runners-up marked their best result in the campaign in recent years: in 2007, they failed to progress beyond the group stage, and bowed out in the semifinals two years ago. The team's recent performances boosted coach Riedl's confidence and optimism for their future.

"After the first-leg defeat in Kuala Lumpur, we were in a tough position", commented the former Palestine, Laos, and Vietnam boss. "Although we created good chances in the second match, we were really unlucky as our efforts didn't yield a goal in the opening half. I want to thank the whole team for the commitment and disciline that they showed on the pitch. Despite the final loss, they deserve to be proud of their success and the way that they have played in the tournament", said Riedl.

Besides Gonzales, the Uruguay-born striker who also scored in the opening win over Malaysia, captain Firman Utina diplayed creativity and leadership to earn the tournament's Most Valuable Player award, while veteran forward Bambang Pamungkas posed a constant threat up front. Riedl paid tribute to the duo after the finals: "I must thank captain Utina and Pamungkas, because they are my right hands on the field".

With the potentioan Indonesia showcased during the Suzuki Cup, Riedl looks ahead with confidence. "In the new year, there are a series of qualifiying campaigns for the Men's Olympic Football Tournament, FIFA World Cup and perhaps the Asian Cup, so I hope our side can raise our game and achieve fairly good results".

Indonesian's ranking year by year in last 18 years:

January 2011      : 126th

December 2010  : 127th

December 2009  : 120th

December 2008  : 139th

December 2007  : 133rd

December 2006  : 153rd

December 2005  : 109th

December 2004  : 91st

December 2003  : 91st

December 2002  : 110th

December 2001  : 87th
December 2000  : 97th
December 1999  : 90th

December 1998  : 87th
December 1997  : 91st
December 1996  : 119th
December 1995  : 130th
December 1994  : 134th
December 1993  : 106th


Lowest position = December 2006 : 153rd rank

Highest position = September 1998 : 76th rank
Average position on FIFA ranks is 111

source: FIFA.Com

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U-23 squad : Behind the potential of Syafri Umri

Alfred Riedl pointed Syafri Umri to fill the defenders post. He was chosen among 8 other defender players. He is ready to do training camp in order preparing the Pre-Olympic Games 2012 and SEA Games 2011. This is the fourth time Syafri has been selected to join the National Team. He was also joined the U-17 in 2006 trained by Iwan Setiawan and Aji Santoso. Next, he joined the U-19 in 2008 trained by Bambang Nurdiansyah. One year later, in 2009 he was in the U-21. And now, he joins the U-23 which is trained by Alfred Riedl.

When Alfred released the U-23 squad, Syafri was still in airplane from Jakarta-Banda Aceh travel. 

"At the time, I was in Medan to have a transit flight. Then, I had alot of short messages that give support and congratulations after chosen by Alfred Riedl", said Syafri Umri. One of the messages was sent by Mr.Wolfgang Pikal, one of the national team assistant coaches.

"Before, I have no feeling at all about been through the U-23 squad. But thanks God! This opportunity give another answer to me", mentioned Syafri.

His carreer in football was begun in the Aneuk Rencong Football Academy that has been founded by his parents. And then he continued to Ragunan Sports Academy, later he was picked by Persita Tangerang U-18 and moved to Persijap Jepara. And then he moved to PSIS Semarang until Fandi Ahmad asked him to move to Pelita Jaya FC.

In 2008, Syafri joined the U-23 Persija Jakarta. One year later, in 2009 he moved again to PSIS Semarang. And he came back to Aceh in 2010, to joined with Laskar Rencong, Persiraja Banda Aceh which is trained by Herry Kiswanto.

Herry Kiswanto said that Syafri Umri has a promising skills and he believes Syafri can be one of good defender in Indonesia. But, Syafri should have to trained his mental and able to handle the pressure. Sometimes he was a little bit nervous in some big match.

Syafri believed that Alfred Riedl is kind of high-disciplined coach and support all of the young-talented players. All that they need is experiences in playing with some good teams to develop skills and abilities.

Syafri Umri Profile

Position : Defender

Date of Birth : 12th of February 1990

Club:

2010-2011 : Persiraja Banda Aceh (Indonesian League Main Division)

2009-2010 : PSIS Semarang (Indonesian League Main Division)

2008-2009 : U-23 Persija Jakarta (ISL U-23 Championship)

2007-2008 : Pelita Jaya FC (Indonesian League Main Division)

2006-2007 : PSIS Semarang (Indonesian League Main Division)

2005-2006 : Persita Tangerang U18, then moved to Persijap Jepara

International:

2011 - now : U-23 Pre-Olympic Games 2012 and SEA Games 2011 preparation

2008 - 2009 : U-21 National Squad

2006 - 2008 : U-19 National Squad

2005 - 2006 : U-17 National Squad

source: goal.com/id-ID/

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U-23 squad: TiBo = Titus Bonay!

Titus Bonay has been transfered from Persiram Raja Ampat to Persipura Jayapura in this ISL 2010-2011Season. Tibo was also in Persipura U-21 in the ISL U-21 2007-2008 competetion. One year later, he moved to Bontang FC to play in the ISL 2008-2009 season. In Bontang FC, he got regular place in starting line-up. His name became generous by scoring goal by goal in some Bontang FC matches. Then, the next year he moved to another Papua's football club. It was Persiram Raja Ampat which played in Main Division Indonesia League. Tibo also got regular place, and he was one of the dangerous striker. He scored 17 goals from 25 appearances along played in Persiram Raja Ampat.

Then, in this ISL 2010-2011 Season. His former club, Persipura Jayapura asked him to move. Tibo had his own motivation to joined the club which has given alot of good memories in U-21. Boaz Solossa is his favorite players in Indonesian Super League. For him, if Boaz can make alot of goals in Persipura, so he will. He should do the same and began not to waste any opportunity given to him. 

"Basically, every striker want to answer their performance with goals. Boaz proved that he is the real threat for opponent's defence. All I need to keep fighting. I think, every prays and supports from our fans will be very important. Hopefully, we'll get positive result for more", said Tibo.

Titus Bonay Profile

Position : Forwards

Club :  

- 2010 to 2011 Persipura Jayapura (Indonesia Super League)

- 2009 to 2010 Persiram Raja Ampat (Indonesia Main Division)

- 2008 to 2009 Bontang FC (Indonesian Super League)

- 2007 to 2008 Persipura Jayapura U-21

- 2006 to 2007 PON Papua

International :

- 2011 Indonesia U-23

Date of Birth : 4th of March 1989

Achievements : 

- Indonesian League Main Division Semifinalist - 4th place (Persiram Raja Ampat)

- Scores 17 goals from 25 appearances with Persiram Raja Ampat

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U-23 squad: Kurnia Meiga, the next Garuda Goalkeeper!

Kurnia Meiga Hermansyah was the third Goalkeeper when Garuda played in AFF Suzuki Cup 2010. He was never in one match at all in that competetion, but his name is the first choice for Alfred Riedl to fill the Goalkeeper post in the U-23 squad. He was directly chosen without to do selection at first. Arema Indonesia (the club that he play with now) believe that he will be the first Indonesian Goalkeeper in the next years. 

In Arema, his name is always the first choice. In the ISL 2009-2010, he removed Markus Horisson from the first Goalkeeper. At that time, Robert Rene Alberts (formerly was Arema Head Coach) gave the glove to Kurnia Meiga when Markus got injured. But all of his perfomances were really good, and made Markus had to transfered to Persib Bandung. After through all matches in ISL 2009-2010, Kurnia Meiga brought the ISL 2009-2010 Championship Winner Tittle to Arema, and he was also the ISL 2009-2010 MVP Player of the Season.

"For Kurnia Meiga, I hope he can prove his credibilities that he is one the best Indonesian Goalkeeper and proper to got the ISL 2009-2010 MVP title", said Dwi Sasmianto, the Arema GK coach.

His quality is realy promising. Not only contributed to became ISL 2009-2010 Championship Winner, he also beated such a great names like Christian Gonzales, Aldo Baretto, and Ricardo Salampesy to reached the MVP.  

This 2011 will be his year. Not only become the first Goalkeeper in the Pre-Olympic matches against Turkmenistan in home and away, he is also predicted to become the first Goalkeeper in the SEA Games 2011. He was the first choice when he was in U-17 and U-19.

Kurnia Meiga Hermansyah Profile

Position : Goalkeeper

Club :  

- 2008 to 2011 Arema Indonesia FC

- 2007 to 2008 Persijap Jepara

International :

- 2007 to 2009 Indonesia U-19

- 2009 to 2010 Indonesia U-23

- 2010 to 2011 Indonesia Senior Team

Date of Birth : 7th of May 1990

Achievements : 

- ISL Championship 2009-2010 Winner (Arema Indonesia FC)

- Indonesia Super Cup 2010 Runner Up (Arema Indonesia FC)

- MVP of ISL 2009-2010 (Arema Indonesia FC)

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U-23 squad: First appearance in ISL 2010-2011, Dias got his name in U-23 Squad

This ISL 2010-2011 Season, Dias join Persib Bandung. He was promoted from Persib U-21 after Young Persib became the winner of ISL U-21 Season 2009-2010 Champsionship. Together with Rendi Syahputra, M.Agung Pribadi, Munadi (The MVP of ISL U-21 2009-2010), they were confirmed by Daniel Janakovic (formerly was Persib Head Coach) to joined Persib Bandung.

Persib match against Bontang FC on Sunday, January 16 ,2011 was the first appearance from Dias in the ISL 2010-2011 Season. He was also in starting line-up in the midfield along side with Eka Ramdani, Hariono, and Siswanto. He played for 47 minutes and Pablo Frances came in to subtitute him later. That was the most precious 47-minutes of his life, because at that time Alfred Riedl watched the game. Then, Alfred Riedl told Widodo (U-23 National Team Assistant Coach) to input Dias name into U-23 squad. Without through the selection, Dias was chosen to complete the midfield players list. Riedl said that Dias is good enough to play in U-23, the performance when playing with Persib against Bontang made Riedl put his name into the squad.

In another place, Daniel Roekito (now is Persib Head Coach) told that as a young player, Dias had a good performance at his first profesional appearance. He had a huge fighting spirit. Dias knew his name listed to the U-23 squad from the press. At the first time he heard that news, he got little shock because there was no call at all to join the U-23 Selection. Now, Dias is ready to have closed-training camp with the other 25 players. One of them also from Persib Bandung, Johan Yoga Utama who play as forward.


"Thanks God for the chance to play in ISL 2010-2011 at the first time, and the most importance thing today is Persib win at my first appearance", said Dias after Persib beated Bontang FC.

Dias Angga Putra Profile
Position : Attacking Midfielder


Club :  
- 2010/2011 Persib Bandung
- 2008/2009 Persib Bandung U-21


Date of Birth : 6th of May 1989


Prestation : 
- U-21 ISL Championsip 2009-2010 Winner (Persib U-21)
- U-21 ISL 3rd position 2008-2009 (Persib U-21)


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Persibangga win the Divisi II Indonesian League 2010

Finally, Persibangga FC (formerly Persap Purbalingga) won the Divisi II Indonesian League 2010 tittle afte beat Persewar Waropen by 2-1 score, after played 120 minutes at January 18, 2011 in the Lebak Bulus Stadium. Febi Kurniawan blew the final whistle and made Persibangga FC the winners of Divisi II Indonesian League 2010. The Persibangga FC' goals were scored by Herdy Hermawan (33') and Galih Tri (110'), and Yacob Warobay scored for Persewar Waropen in minutes 60'. There were three yellow cards and one red card awarded to the Persewar Waropen players, and Persibangga FC got three yellow cards for their players. Peter Bavoalim, Mardiansyah, and the Persewar Waropen Goalkeeper's, Yohanis Gebze got the yellow cards. While, Jefri Haay was given the red cards by the refferee after he got two yellow cards in that game. The yellow cards also given to Narto, Willi Adi Susanto, and Herdy Hermawan who were the Persibangga FC players.

In the semifinal, Persibangga FC beated PS Bungo Jambi by 2-0 (Saiful Amar 108' and Awaludin-OG 119'). Persewar Waropen sent home the another team from Papua, Perseka Kaimana, by 4-0 score (Mahmudin 5', Anthon Kipping 33', David Samberbori 59', and Jefri Haay 62').

Both teams who had reached the final will be promoted to the Divisi I Indonesian League. Persewar Waropen was the winner of Divisi III Indonesian League 2009. At the time, Robby Marunaya has already been the Persewar Waropen head-coach. Robby Marunaya was the professional player who had alot of experience in Perserikatan and Galatama-era. Now, Robby is helped by Saut Lumban Tobing. Both were in Indonesian National Team in 1987, they played together for SEA Games and the other international matches.

Persewar Waropen with the other eleven teams who played in Divisi II Indonesia League 2010, will play in Divisi I Indonesian League 2011. From Divisi III Indonesian League 2010, there are ten teams will be promoted to play in Divisi II 2011. While, there are twelve teams from Divisi I League 2010 will be promoted to play in Main Division Indonesian League 2011.

The stage of Indonesian League:

- Indonesian Super League

- Main Division Indonesian League

- Division I Indonesian League

- Division II Indonesian League

- Division III Indonesian League

Another league in Indonesian football:

- Indonesian Premier League

source: pssi-football.com

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1st leg Pre-Olympic Games : Garuda will face Turkmenistan at Gelora Jaka Baring, Palembang.

The U-23 squad has been released, and long-training camp will be implemented. For the first match, Indonesia will against Turkmenistan (Green Men) at February 23, 2011. Not like the AFF Suzuki Cup 2010, this match will be held at Gelora Jakabaring Stadium, Palembang. Turkmenistan is in 133rd ranks of FIFA World Football now, it's only different 7 ranks to Indonesia which is in 126th ranks of FIFA. The head coach of Turkmenistan National Football team is Yazguly Hojageldiyev.

"Pre-Olympic Games Match will be held at Jakabaring, Palembang", said Nugraha Besoes, the General Secretary of PSSI (Indonesian Football Association) to the press at the PSSI Office on Tuesday, February 18, 2011.

"This is for adaptation and aclitimation also due the SEA Games 2011 that will be held in Palembang", mentioned Nugraha.

There are 26 players that joined the Garuda U-23 squad. The training camp will be begun at January 24, 2011.There are three goal keepers, eight defenders, nine midfielders, and six forwards.

source: vivanews.com

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