Indonesia beat Australia 3-1 in futsal: Brian Ick scored a brace.
Indonesia defeated Australia 3-1 in a friendly match at the Indonesia Arena. Brian Ick scored a brace, Reza Gunawan found the net; over 15,000 spectators attended, a positive warm-up for the 33rd SEA Games.
The Indonesian futsal team defeated Australia 3-1 in a friendly match on Saturday evening (November 1, 2025) at the Indonesia Arena, Senayan, Jakarta. Brian Ick was the highlight with a brace, while Reza Gunawan contributed one goal. Australia only managed a consolation goal in the second half through Grant Lynch.
Brian Ick's brace and the message from a victory that carries enough weight.
While not many statistics were released, Brian Ick's brace – from the Papuan player – was the clearest tactical advantage: Indonesia were sharp enough to convert chances in an international test match. Reza Gunawan's goal completed the home side's dominance, before Grant Lynch pulled one back for Australia in the second half.
Indonesia Arena: A historic first and a wave of support from over 15,000 attendees.
The friendly match marked the first time the Indonesian futsal team played at the Indonesia Arena — a venue that opened in mid-2023. Previously, the team usually played at Gor UNY and Gor Amongrogo in Yogyakarta. The "debut" moment was eagerly awaited by the futsal community: more than 15,000 spectators filled the stands, creating a vibrant and inspiring atmosphere for the match.
The Federation's perspective and ranking position.
Indonesian Football Federation President Erick Thohir praised the result: “This victory is clear evidence of the continuous development of Indonesian futsal and our increasing recognition on the international stage. This is the result of the efforts of the players, coaching staff, the federation, and especially the enthusiastic support from the fans.”
In terms of standing, the victory also solidified Indonesia's position in the world rankings: 21st, higher than Australia at 30th.
The goal ahead: a test run before the SEA Games 33.
The 3-1 result is encouraging ahead of the 33rd SEA Games, where Indonesia aims to compete for the gold medal against host Thailand and Vietnam. The men's futsal competition features five teams: Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Myanmar; the organizers use a round-robin format to determine the final standings. In this context, consistent scoring and maintaining an international level of competition is a positive sign.
Key statistics
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Score | Indonesia 3-1 Australia |
| Indonesian goalscorer | Brian Ick (2), Reza Gunawan (1) |
| Australian goalscorer | Grant Lynch |
| Time/Location | Saturday evening (November 1, 2025), Indonesia Arena, Senayan, Jakarta |
| Audience size | Over 15,000 people |
| World Rankings | Indonesia: 21; Australia: 30 |
Human resources context
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The 3-1 victory against Australia was more than just a nice scoreline for a friendly match. In the vibrant atmosphere of the Indonesia Arena, Brian Ick's brilliance and the positive message from the team's system showed that Indonesia is heading in the right direction ahead of the regional games.
