Muhammad Rafli (born 24 June 1998) is an Indonesian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Arema FC in the Liga 1, the top tier of Indonesian football, and has represented the Indonesia national team at senior level.
Early life and youth career
Rafli was born in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia. He began his football training with local youth clubs, notably SSB Bintang Timur, before joining the youth academy of Persebaya Surabaya, one of Indonesia’s prominent clubs.
Club career
- Persebaya Surabaya – Rafli made his senior debut with Persebaya Surabaya during the 2015 season, featuring in the Indonesian league system and the Indonesia President’s Cup.
- Arema FC – In 2021, Rafli transferred to Arema FC. He has been regularly selected for the first‑team squad, contributing goals and assists as a forward. His performances have been noted for pace and technical ability.
International career
Rafli has been capped by the Indonesia national football team. He made his senior international debut in 2022 and has participated in AFC Asian Cup qualification matches and other regional competitions.
Playing style
Rafli is recognized for his acceleration, dribbling, and ability to operate across the front line. He often occupies central‑forward and wide‑forward roles, providing versatility in attacking formations.
Honours
Club
- Persebaya Surabaya
- Indonesia President’s Cup runner‑up: 2015
Individual
- Recognised among emerging Indonesian talents in domestic league awards (specific award titles not listed).
Personal life
Details regarding Rafli’s personal life, education, and off‑field activities are not extensively documented in publicly available reliable sources.
References
- Official club profiles and match reports from Arema FC and Persebaya Surabaya.
- Indonesia Football Association (PSSI) records of national team selections.
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