Ardan Aras

Ardan Aras (born in Polewali Mandar Regency, West Sulawesi, 2 March 1984) is an Indonesian politician and former professional footballer who plays as a central defender or left back, but can be deployed as a defensive midfielder as well.

International career Ardan has been a regular for Indonesia U-23 Team since 2006, participating in a national training at The Hague, Netherlands. He has participated in Asian Games Qatar in 2006 and SEA Games Thailand in 2007, where he scored a free-kick in a 3–1 defeat of Cambodia.

International goals International under-23 goals Goal Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition 1 2 December 2007 80th Birthday Stadium, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand 3–1 3–1 2007 SEA Games Later career After retiring from football, Ardan was elected into the municipal legislature of Polewali Mandar from the National Mandate Party in the 2024 election.