Indonesia U23 made a spectacular start to their AFF U23 Youth Championship campaign with an 8-0 demolition of Brunei Darussalam U23 on July 15, 2025. The match was a one-sided affair from the outset, with Indonesia's attacking players running riot to record the biggest win of the tournament's opening day. The relentless pressure and clinical finishing from Indonesia overwhelmed a brave but outmatched Bruneian side. The massive victory immediately gave Indonesia a significant goal difference advantage and established them as one of the teams to beat. For Brunei, the heavy defeat was a harsh introduction to the level of competition, demanding a quick mental recovery. The performance announced Indonesia's serious title ambitions in emphatic fashion.