• Tuesday, 01 April 2025

Marselino: Solo Fans, Our Source of Energy Ahead of Indonesia Vs Laos Clash

Marselino: Solo Fans, Our Source of Energy Ahead of Indonesia Vs Laos Clash
Timnas Indonesia menang 1-0 atas Myanmar di laga pembuka Grup B ajang ASEAN Cup 2024 atau yang lebih dikenal dengan nama Piala AFF 2024. (dok. PSSI)

SEAToday.com, Jakarta - On (/12/11/2024), Marselino Ferdinan shared how playing at home brings extra motivation to the Indonesian national team. He spoke ahead of their second ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup (AMEC) 2024 match against Laos.

He acknowledged that the long journey from Myanmar posed a physical challenge for the team. "This is the first time I’ve experienced this kind of travel during a tournament,” he said, referring to the changes compared to previous editions when the team stayed in Jakarta.

Despite the challenges, Marselino expressed optimism about playing at Manahan Stadium, Solo. “The home atmosphere pushes us to give our best,” he noted, adding that fans' support would inspire young players to rise to the occasion.

The 20-year-old midfielder also emphasized the squad's advantage of quick recovery, thanks to its youthful roster. "Our mindset and mental strength are key, and as young players, we recover faster," he remarked with confidence.

The match will take place on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 8:00 PM WIB, at Manahan Stadium, Solo. Marselino assured that the team is fully prepared to perform at their best, aiming to secure full points and solidify their position at the top of Group B.

Writer: Fariz Ahmad Luthfi

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