Indonesia, fresh off a 5-1 victory against Cambodia on opening day, is poised to secure three more points as they face weak opponent Timor Leste. The team, featuring Australian-born striker Mitchell Baker, 1,96 m tall, who scored a hat-trick in the previous match, is determined to perform strongly. Timor Leste has already suffered two defeats, losing 0-7 to Vietnam and 0-2 to Singapore, putting them at risk of early elimination from group A of the ASEAN Cup 2026 if they lose today.

Historically, Indonesia has dominated this fixture, winning all four encounters, scoring 16 goals, and conceding only two. Their only previous official tournament meeting was at the ASEAN Cup 2018, where Indonesia secured a 3-1 victory over Timor Leste.

Indonesian striker Mitchell Baker (right) and defender Sandy Walsh (left) celebrate a goal in the 5-1 victory over Cambodia on the opening day of group A of the ASEAN Cup 2026, at Pakansari Stadium, Bogor, Indonesia, on 27/7. Photo: Bola.

Despite reaching six finals in 2000, 2002, 2004, 2010, 2016, and 2020, Indonesia has never won the ASEAN Cup. This year, with a squad including Dutch-born players and the formidable Mitchell Baker, the team is expected to finally break this championship drought.

Vy Anh