If there is one constant in Indonesia’s rise on the global eFootball stage, it is not merely results—but who carries the responsibility. At the FIFAe World Cup 2025, Indonesia once again stepped onto the world’s biggest stage with two familiar names at its core: Rizky Faidan and Elga Cahya Putra. Both represent RRQ. Both carried the national flag.
And once again, their journey was anything but ordinary.
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A Statement From Day One
Indonesia entered Group B alongside Japan, Poland, Mexico, Jordan, and Morocco—arguably one of the most demanding groups in the tournament. On paper, there was no room for error.
In practice, Indonesia delivered a statement.
On the opening day of the group stage, Faidan and Elga led the team to four victories and one draw, placing Indonesia at the top of the standings. Jordan proved to be the only side capable of holding Indonesia to a 2–2 draw. Every other opponent fell to a disciplined, composed, and confident Indonesian side.
Beyond the scorelines, what stood out most was chemistry. The coordination between Faidan and Elga was sharp and mature—quick rotations, clean build-up play, and decision-making that reflected years of experience at the highest level.
The performance did not go unnoticed. At the end of Day One, Elga Cahya Putra was named Player of the Day, alongside elite names from Brazil, Mexico, and Saudi Arabia—a clear signal that Indonesia’s presence was not symbolic, but competitive.
Consistency Under Pressure
Day Two brought a different challenge. Margins tightened. Calculations began. Every point mattered.
Indonesia remained steady. Crucial wins against Jordan and Morocco anchored their position, while a hard-fought draw against Japan demonstrated tactical resilience. Narrow defeats against Mexico and Poland followed, but they did not erase the foundation laid earlier.
At the conclusion of the group stage, Indonesia finished as runner-up of Group B with 20 points, securing qualification to the playoffs. It was not a dramatic escape—it was a measured, earned progression built on consistency.
A Familiar Rival on the World Stage
The reward for finishing runner-up was a matchup heavy with history: Brazil—Indonesia’s opponent in the FIFAe World Cup 2024 Grand Final.
The playoff encounter lived up to its reputation. Two matches ended in identical 2–2 draws, neither side willing to concede ground. With the tie unresolved, the match advanced to a golden goal decider—the most unforgiving format in competitive play.
One moment. One goal. Indonesia prevailed.
Once again, Faidan and Elga demonstrated that Indonesia does not shrink against global powerhouses. On the contrary, it thrives in these moments.
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A Semifinal Exit Without Loss of Identity
Indonesia’s campaign came to an end in the semifinals, where Italy proved decisive over two matches. A narrow defeat followed by a draw was enough to halt Indonesia’s attempt to defend its world title.
The trophy slipped away—but dignity did not.
Indonesia finished the FIFAe World Cup 2025 as a world semifinalist, placing among the top four console teams globally. Context matters: this came one year after being crowned world champions in 2024.
This was not regression. It was confirmation of status.
RRQ and the Global Standard
There is a detail that cannot be overlooked: Indonesia’s two representatives at the FIFAe World Cup 2025 were both RRQ players.
Rizky Faidan and Elga Cahya Putra did not merely represent their nation; they embodied the maturity of Indonesia’s professional esports ecosystem. Throughout the tournament—from the group stage to the semifinals—Indonesia never appeared inferior. There was no fear, no reactive play, no hesitation.
Only identity. Structure. Confidence.
Indonesia Remains Among the Elite
Thailand lifted the eFootball Mobile trophy. Poland claimed the console title. Indonesia returned home with something just as valuable: consistency at the highest level.
Across two consecutive editions:
- World Champions in 2024
- World Semifinalists in 2025
That is not coincidence. It is a pattern.
As long as players like Rizky Faidan and Elga Cahya Putra continue to compete at the highest level—supported by the standards and culture forged within RRQ—Indonesia will remain present on the world stage.
Not as participants.