Indonesia was stopped in the semifinals of the 2025 FIFA World Cup (FIFAe World Cup) console category after being defeated by Italy at the Saudi Esports Arena, Riyadh, Friday.
The tournament organizer's website stated that Indonesia was eliminated after losing 0-1 to Italy in the first match, then drawing 1-1 in the second match.
This result means that Indonesia, strengthened by Rizky Faidan and Elga Cahya, will not be able to defend the title they won in 2024.
Before reaching the semifinals, on the same day, Indonesia defeated the strong Brazilian team in the quarterfinals in a three-team match
In the first meeting, Indonesia and Brazil drew 2-2. The match progressed to a second match, which ended with the same score.
Due to the draw, the match proceeded to a third match using the golden goal system, where the team that scored first automatically won. Indonesia triumphed.
