Iran defeated Indonesia 3-0, highlighting a significant moment in the tournament held in China.

In a significant encounter at the AFC U-20 Asian Cup 2025, the Islamic Republic of Iran's U-20 team showcased their dominance by defeating Indonesia U-20 with a convincing 3-0 victory in their Group C opener held at the Shenzhen Youth Football Training Base Centre Stadium on Thursday, February 13, 2025. The match, which was part of the prestigious continental tournament, saw Iran's young talents shine brightly under the floodlights, with Hesam Nafari opening the scoreline in the 53rd minute, followed by Esmaeel Gholizadeh in the 63rd, and Mobin Dehghani sealing the win in the 70th minute.

The game was closely watched by fans and analysts alike, given the high stakes of not only the Asian title but also the qualification spots for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025. Despite the defeat, the Indonesian squad, known for their resilience, was urged by supporters and officials to maintain their spirit, as they have two crucial matches left in the tournament. The defeat was a tough pill to swallow for the Indonesian team, but this encouragement aims to lift the team's morale as they prepare to face Uzbekistan in their next challenge on Sunday, February 16, 2025.