Laos and Myanmar secured opening victories as the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 tournament officially got underway. Division 2 matches opened in Hong Kong with Group A and B fixtures, setting early momentum for regional national teams ahead of upcoming matches.
Group A Action: Laos Takes Early Lead Over Brunei
In Group A play, Laos opened its tournament campaign with a 2-1 victory against Brunei, according to tournament match reports. Goals from Bounphachan Bounkong, Xayasith Singsavang, and Bounchay Chernvanglien drove the effort, while Haziq Naqiudin provided the lone response for Brunei.
That result places Laos at the top of the Group A standings with three points. The team will return to the pitch on Sunday to face Hong Kong.
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Group B Standings: Myanmar Defeats Timor Leste
Over in Group B, Myanmar claimed a 2-0 win over Timor Leste to secure its first three points of the competition. Wing Nai Tun and Than Paing scored the decisive goals for the Chinthe squad.
Myanmar now leads Group B with three points. The team’s schedule continues Sunday with a matchup against Cambodia.
Upcoming Division 1 Fixtures in Indonesia
Action expands further as the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 Division 1 starts with Indonesia serving as tournament host. Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta hosts two Group A matches: Indonesia faces Singapore, while Bangladesh takes on Malaysia.
Meanwhile, Group B features two fixtures hosted at Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium, pairing Pakistan against Thailand alongside a match between Vietnam and the Philippines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who leads Group A in Division 2 of the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026?
Laos holds the top spot in Group A with three points following a 2-1 win against Brunei.
Which teams scored for Myanmar against Timor Leste?
Wing Nai Tun and Than Paing scored the two goals that gave Myanmar a 2-0 victory in Group B.
Where are the Division 1 matches being played?
Division 1 group matches take place in Indonesia, with games scheduled at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta and Gelora Bandung Lautan Api Stadium in Bandung.
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