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Indonesia’s FIFA Ranking Drops Slightly in Latest Update
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Indonesia’s national football team has slipped one position in the latest FIFA rankings,as of September 18,2025,moving from 118th to 119th place.
The two trial matches played in September as part of the FIFA Matchday schedule failed to improve Indonesia’s standing. During this period, the team played host to Taiwan and Lebanon in Surabaya.
Indonesia secured a 6-0 victory against Taiwan but managed only a 0-0 draw against Lebanon.
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Taiwan’s low ranking, currently 173rd (previously 172nd), impacted the number of points Indonesia could gain from their victory. The 6-0 win against Taiwan yielded relatively few ranking points.
Taiwan was chosen as a last-minute replacement for kuwait, after the match with Kuwait was canceled.
A greater prospect to gain points came from the match against Lebanon, which is ranked 113th (previously 112th). Though, Indonesia only managed a draw.
last month, Indonesia was ranked 118th. PSSI chairman Erick Thohir noted that this was the team’s best ranking in 19 years.
Indonesia’s ranking could change again next month, following the fourth round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, where the team will face Saudi Arabia and Iraq.
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FIFA Ranking Factors
“Indonesia fell one ranking in the latest FIFA ranking as of September 18, 2025.”
FIFA rankings are calculated using a formula that considers match results, goals scored, and the relative strength of opposing teams [1]. These rankings are updated regularly and influence seeding for international tournaments [2].
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why did Indonesia’s FIFA ranking drop?
- Indonesia’s ranking dropped due to failing to gain enough points from recent matches, particularly the draw against Lebanon and the limited points gained from the win over lower-ranked Taiwan.
- How are FIFA rankings calculated?
- FIFA rankings are calculated based on a formula that considers match results, importance of the match, strength of the opponent, and confederation strength.
- When will Indonesia have the chance to improve their ranking?
- Indonesia will have the opportunity to improve their ranking in the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Saudi Arabia and Iraq.