Malaysia Faces Vietnam in AFF Championship 2026 Semifinal Leg One
According to CNN Indonesia, the Malaysia national football team meets Vietnam for the first leg of the AFF Championship 2026 semifinals on Sunday night, August 16, 2026, kicking off at 20.00 WIB. VIVA.co.id reports that Malaysia hosts the fixture at Kuala Lumpur Stadium, aiming to secure a vital advantage before traveling abroad for the return leg.
Malaysia advanced to the knockout rounds as the Group B runner-up, collecting nine points from three wins and one defeat, as detailed by CNN Indonesia. VIVA.co.id notes that the team secured its four-spot berth by edging the Philippines 1-0 in their group finale, courtesy of a single strike from Gunalan Pavithran.
Vietnam Enters Semifinals as Group A Winners
Vietnam advanced to the semifinals with the top spot in Group A, amassing 10 points across four matches according to CNN Indonesia. VIVA.co.id states that the squad, known as The Golden Star Warriors, clinched first place by defeating Cambodia 3-1 in their final group fixture.
The two-legged series shifts next to Vietnam. VIVA.co.id and CNN Indonesia confirm that Malaysia will travel to face Vietnam in the second leg on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at Mỹ Đình National Stadium in Hanoi.
Broadcast and Streaming Details for Indonesia
Fans in Indonesia can watch the semifinal clash live on television and digital platforms. CNN Indonesia and VIVA.co.id report that iNews holds the broadcast rights for linear television, while Vision+ provides live streaming coverage of the match.
Pro Tip: Tune in to coverage starting shortly before the 20.00 WIB kickoff on August 16 to catch pre-match lineups and tactical analysis on iNews and Vision+.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Malaysia vs. Vietnam AFF Championship 2026 semifinal first leg?
According to CNN Indonesia, the first leg takes place on Sunday, August 16, 2026, starting at 20.00 WIB.
Where is the first leg being played?
VIVA.co.id reports that Malaysia hosts the opening match at Kuala Lumpur Stadium.
Where can viewers in Indonesia watch the match?
CNN Indonesia states that the game is broadcast live on iNews and streamed via Vision+.
When and where is the second leg scheduled?
According to VIVA.co.id, the second leg occurs on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at Mỹ Đình National Stadium in Vietnam.
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