Australia vs Indonesia Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | World Cup Qualifiers

• Tournament: AFC World Cup Qualifiers
• Date: 20 March 2025
• Kick-off Time: 9:10 am GMT
• Venue: Allianz Stadium, Australia

Football fans will get a break from club football and will now bear witness to the action on the international stage. One of the most eagerly awaited encounters in Asian football will be Australia welcoming Indonesia at the Allianz Stadium. The two nations are a part of group C in round three of the qualifiers. Australia is in second place in the group, while Indonesia is a spot behind with six points from six outings. The top two teams from the group will earn a direct ticket to North America for the showpiece event, while the third-placed nation will participate in the playoffs. The Australia vs Indonesia fixture is guaranteed to attract plenty of eyes from all around the world.

Inconsistencies and mixed results have marked the recent matches of the Australian National Team. In the last six matches, the side has managed just a single victory to go with four draws and a defeat. Australia's last competitive outing ended in a 2-2 draw with Bahrain in November. Despite that, the country is in a decent situation in terms of qualifications. Kusini Yengi is the top scorer for Australia in the qualification campaign, with six goals to his name.

Indonesia will not be pleased with how the latest matches have played out. The national team has accumulated two wins, along with three defeats and a draw in the last six fixtures. During this period, Indonesia has scored just six goals and conceded a further nine. Indonesia's last victory came in the ASEAN Championship in December against Myanmar. The players and the coaching staff will be determined to hold on to the third spot in the group and eventually earn a place in the much-desired FIFA World Cup qualification playoffs.

Australia Team News

Several Australian players are employed with clubs in European football and will make the long trip back to their homeland for this fixture. Tony Popovic will look to name his strongest XI and earn the much-needed three points. Australia usually lines up in a 3-4-2-1 formation.

Indonesia Team News

Much like Tony Popovic, Indonesia's head coach, Patrick Kluivert will also make no compromises when it comes to his team selection. A victory will be a necessary outcome for the visitors to still hold their case for a place in the next year's World Cup. Indonesia is expected to go in with a 5-3-2 formation.

Australia vs Indonesia Predicted Lineups

Australia Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1)

Goalkeeper: Ryan

Defenders: Matthews, Souttar, Burgess

Midfielders: Miller, Caceres, Irvine, Behich

Forwards: Goodwin, McGree, Yengi

Indonesia Predicted Lineup (5-3-2)

Goalkeeper: Paes

Defenders: Walsh, Ramadhani, Idzes, Arhan, Verdonk

Midfielders: Jenner, Haye, Ferdinan

Forwards: Oratmangoen, Struick

Australia vs Indonesia H2H Record

Overall, in the last five head-to-head meetings between the two sides, Australia won three games, and the remaining two ended in draws.

Key Players to Watch in Australia vs Indonesia

Mathew Ryan (Australia)

With the football community eager to tune into the brilliance of the Australian youth, it will be important to not forget the likes of experienced campaigners like Matthew Ryan. The 32-year-old is one of the several names in the Australian squad to be involved in European club football. Ryan is a part of the Lens side in Ligue 1 and is the starting goalkeeper for his nation. He led his team during the 2022 FIFA World Cup as well as the 2023 AFC Asian Cup. Matthew Ryan is fourth in the list of the most appearances as the captain of the Australian National Team. He has an average save percentage of 75% in his last five games, with three clean sheets during this period.

Harry Souttar (Australia)

Harry Souttar is another big name to look forward to in the Australian squad. The 26-year-old plays as a centre-back for Sheffield United on loan from Leicester City. Souttar is a suitable embodiment of the modern-day centre half. He is renowned for his ability to play out from the back and also helps in the build-up with his long ball abilities. Harry Souttar made his debut for Australia in 2022 and has been a regular feature since then.

Australia vs Indonesia Prediction

Recent form, head-to-head record, and overall quality endorse a comfortable victory for Australia. The Australians will also bank on the home advantage.

Predicted Score: Australia 2-0 Indonesia

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