An unexpected guest appeared on the stadium roof overlooking Vietnam's training session on Friday, 28/7, the day before the 2025 AFF U23 Championship final.
Coach Gerald Vanenburg is confident that Indonesia is ready to win the AFF U23 Championship, even if it means facing Vietnam in a penalty shootout in the final.
According to Bola, poor finishing, vulnerability to counterattacks, and the absence of key players are major concerns for the Indonesian U23 team as they face Vietnam in the Southeast Asian U23 Championship final.
The chairman of the Indonesian Football Association (PSSI), Erick Thohir, is determined to see Indonesia win the 2025 AFF U23 Championship at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium.
Center-back Kadek Arel expressed pride in reaching two consecutive Southeast Asian youth finals and believes Indonesia will soon become the region's top team.
Coach Thawatchai Damrong-Ongtrakul congratulated Indonesia on their victory and expressed some regret over Thailand's missed opportunities in the 2025 AFF U23 Championship semi-final.
Coach Garrath McPherson felt there were times during the match that the Philippines could defeat Vietnam in the 2025 AFF U23 Championship semi-final on 25/7.
