Indonesia claimed a crucial 1–0 victory over China in World Cup Qualification Round 3, Group C, with the hosts' defensive resilience proving decisive in a tightly contested encounter. Playing in a 3–4–2–1 formation, Indonesia controlled the match despite China's slight possession advantage of 52 per cent, managing 13 shots to the visitors' five. The home side's goalkeeper was immaculate, saving the sole effort he faced at 100 per cent, while China's keeper faced three shots on target but managed only a 66.67 per cent save rate. Indonesia's 3 shots on target ultimately proved sufficient to break the deadlock, though the absence of named goalscorers in the data obscures the match-winner's identity. Rustam Lutfullin oversaw proceedings without major controversy. The result marks a significant step forward for Indonesia's qualification hopes in a competitive group.