Indonesia will face Thailand in the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 final on 5/10 at 8 PM, hosted at Gelora Bung Karno stadium in Jakarta. They secured their spot after a 9-2 victory over Bangladesh in their final group stage match, a game where Mitchell Baker contributed 5 goals.
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Thailand's dressing room before the match. *Photo: Changsuek*
Thailand's journey to the final included wins against Pakistan (4-0) and Vietnam (2-0). They lost 1-2 to the Philippines in their last group fixture, though coach Anthony Hudson rested nine key players, prioritizing fitness for the championship. This tournament marks the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup, officially organized and integrated into the FIFA calendar.
Indonesia enters the final with significant home advantage, as approximately 67,000 tickets for Gelora Bung Karno stadium have sold out. Despite this, Thailand boasts a superior historical record against their opponents. In 80 previous encounters, Thailand won 38 matches, drew 16, and lost 26. Thailand has also remained unbeaten against Indonesia over the past 10 years, securing four victories and three draws. The final will be decided in a single match, with extra time and penalties available if required to crown the champion.
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