U22 Indonesia calls Ivar Jenner, Marselino to attend SEA Games 2025
Two national players Ivar Jenner and Marselino Ferdinan were allowed by the club to participate in the 2025 SEA Games, helping U22 Indonesia strengthen its force to defend the gold medal when entering Group C in Thailand.
Indonesia U22 received a big boost before the 2025 SEA Games: two national players Ivar Jenner and Marselino Ferdinan were allowed to join the team by their home clubs. The return of the duo who played in Indonesia's 1-0 victory over Vietnam at the 2023 Asian Cup Finals helps coach Indra Sjafri's team get closer to defending the gold medal.
Two pillars get green light
Marselino Ferdinan, despite missing the first training session, still received confirmation that he could go to Thailand at the end of November 2025. The President of the Indonesian National Team Coaching Board, Mr. Sumardji, told Bola: "The working process with Marselino's club is going very smoothly and we have agreed for him to leave his home club at the end of November 2025." Marselino's role in creating breakthroughs in the attack makes his presence key for U22 Indonesia.
The case of Ivar Jenner also brings a positive signal. The midfielder of FC Utrecht is “supposedly” given the green light to continue serving the U22 Indonesia team, having joined last week and quickly taken on an important role in the midfield. According to Mr. Sumardji, all the players currently training have been approved by the club to compete in the 2025 SEA Games.
Tactical meaning: The midfield is anchored, the attack has a breakthrough
The presence of Ivar Jenner strengthens the “heart” of the squad, ensuring the ability to connect lines and coordinate the tempo – a vital factor in a short tournament like the SEA Games. Meanwhile, Marselino Ferdinan brings a rich attacking plan, opening up flexible scenarios in the final third of the field. A stable midfield and a striker who knows how to make a difference help U22 Indonesia balance between control and transition.
Given that Indonesia U22 are the reigning champions and need to maintain their defensive structure while improving their build-up play, the duo add to the quality of the system from the front. From the ball passing through the middle to the decisive moments, they provide exactly the pieces that coach Indra Sjafri needs.
Open list: waiting for Adrian Wibowo, following Tim Geypens
Along with the two pillars, U22 Indonesia continues to closely monitor the situation of Adrian Wibowo and Tim Geypens. Adrian expressed his desire to participate, but PSSI still has to work with LAFC to wait for the final decision. For Tim Geypens, FC Emmen has given the green light, but the recovery status of his injury will determine his ability to participate. Mr. Sumardji said: "We still have to wait to see if his injury has fully recovered."
Tournament context and impact
Indonesia U22 is in Group C at the 2025 SEA Games, entering the tournament as champions. The addition of Ivar Jenner and Marselino Ferdinan helps the force get closer to its strongest state. This also creates a big challenge for competitors, including Vietnam U22, in the campaign taking place in Thailand.
Notably, both Jenner and Marselino have appeared in Indonesia’s 1-0 win over Vietnam at the 2023 Asian Cup – valuable experience in knockout matches. With an increasingly complete personnel base, the goal of defending the gold medal of U22 Indonesia has more basis, especially when the key pieces are finalized early right before the time the whole team moves at the end of November 2025.
Key Points
- Two national players Ivar Jenner and Marselino Ferdinan were allowed by the club to attend the 2025 SEA Games.
- Marselino could leave the club at the end of November 2025; Ivar Jenner joined up last week.
- PSSI continues to work with LAFC on Adrian Wibowo case; Tim Geypens awaits injury recovery assessment despite FC Emmen's approval.
- U22 Indonesia in group C, aiming to defend the gold medal in Thailand.
