DBasia.news – The U23 Indonesia national team player Septian David Maulana admitted that he felt happy by the victory against Hong Kong in the last match of Group A 2018 Asian Games at Patriot Stadium, Bekasi, Monday (20/8). The Garuda squad won with a 3-1 score.
This winning was achieved after the deadlock. For example at 37′ when I Putu Gede Juni Antara’s kick hit the net and saved.
The U23 Indonesia national team were left behind by Hok Ming Lau goal at 38′. The head ball of Hok Ming Lau couldn’t be countered by Andritany Ardhiyasa.
The Garuda squad just scored the goal and balanced the situation at 46′. Irfan Jaya scored his name responding to the passing to the square before scoring. The ball once hit goalkeeper Ho Chun Yuen’s hand before entered the net.
The U23 Indonesia national team made another goal at 85′. Stefano Lilipaly scored Hong Kong’s net and made Indonesia led the match 2-1.
The goal made at 94′ by Hanif Sjahbandi brought Indonesia won 3-1.
“Thank God we win against Hong Kong. Also, we are the group champion. Hopefully, it would be better,” Septian David Maulana who played since 80′ said.
This victory brought Indonesia as the champion of Group A. The U23 Indonesia national team will play against the Uni Emirates Arab in the round of 16.
“The opponents in the round of 16 are tougher. I want to thank the loyal supporters. This victory is for Indonesian people and the fans. If God permits, we will be better and be the champion,” said the Mitra Kukar player.