Locked up! Indonesia U-23 vs Uzbekistan 0-0

U-23 Indonesian National Team unable to do much during the first half semifinals of the U-23 Asian Cup 2024. Despite being confined, the Garuda Muda Squad managed to hold on to a goalless draw at the Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium, Monday (29/4/2024) evening WIB.

The stands at the Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium were almost completely filled with fans of the U-23 Indonesian National Team. The presence of thousands of Indonesian football supporters in Qatar seemed to make the Garuda Muda Squad play at home.

The full support of fans adds to the confidence of the Indonesian U-23 players. However, during the first 20 minutes, the Garuda Muda squad was mostly confined to the defense line.

It was recorded that five kicks were fired by Uzbekistan U-23 players. One of them aimed at Ernando Ari’s goal. Luckily, the Persebaya Surabaya goalkeeper was in the right position to block Alisher Odilov’s kick.

In the 30th minute, Uzbekistan almost opened the scoring if Isroil Boriyev’s shot didn’t hit the crossbar. In the remaining time of the match, buying and selling attacks continued to occur. However, Indonesia U-23’s solid defense kept the score level in the first half.

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