Indonesia beats Thailand to win FIFA ASEAN Cup, reports ANTARA News
- Goal.com reported that Emil Audero saved a crucial penalty against Thailand to help secure Indonesia’s victory in the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup on Oct.
- More than 60,000 home supporters watched the tense match unfold in Central Jakarta, as reported by The Jakarta Post.
- Thailand took a 2-1 lead in the 111th minute with a goal from Peeradol Chamrasasame, but Indonesia responded.
Goal.com reported that Emil Audero saved a crucial penalty against Thailand to help secure Indonesia’s victory in the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup on Oct. 5, 2026. The Indonesian men’s national soccer team claimed a 4-2 win in the penalty shootout following a 2-2 draw after extra time at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium in Jakarta, according to ANTARA News and The Jakarta Post.
Gelora Bung Karno Stadium Final Drama
More than 60,000 home supporters watched the tense match unfold in Central Jakarta, as reported by The Jakarta Post. The score remained level through regular time before a frantic sequence in the closing minutes. Dean James put Indonesia ahead in the 84th minute by capitalizing on a numerical advantage after Thailand’s Nicholas Mickelson received a second yellow card, according to ANTARA News. ANTARA News noted that Thailand quickly equalized about two minutes later through Iklas Sanron, while The Jakarta Post reported that Iklas deflected James’ free kick into his own net.
Thailand took a 2-1 lead in the 111th minute with a goal from Peeradol Chamrasasame, but Indonesia responded. Defender Elkan Baggott equalized by striking the underside of the crossbar to send the match to a penalty shootout, as detailed by ANTARA News and The Jakarta Post. In the shootout, Kevin Diks, Dean James, Elkan Baggott, and Shayne Pattynama all converted their spot kicks for Indonesia. Thailand missed when Sarach Yooyen hit the post and Nattaphon Sayriya’s attempt was saved by Audero.
President Prabowo Subianto Praises Team Effort
President Prabowo Subianto watched the final match from the stands and joined the players on the podium to present the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 trophy alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino, ANTARA News reported. Prabowo praised the squad’s determination against one of Southeast Asia’s strongest sides.
We are happy, grateful, and we are proud of our team’s effort. They kept fighting until the end.
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When questioned by reporters about potential player bonuses following the triumph, Prabowo stated that the matter would be handled by Football Association of Indonesia Chairman Erick Thohir, according to ANTARA News.
Tournament Win Lifts Indonesia to 117th World Ranking
The inaugural tournament victory capped off a competitive run that featured several controversies, according to The Jakarta Post. Tempo.co English reported that the tournament win boosted Indonesia’s standing on the global stage, lifting the national team’s world ranking to 117th.