Timnas Indonesia prepares to face Thailand in the final of the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta on October 5, 2026, while injured captain Jay Idzes maintains remote support, sport.detik.com reported. The Garuda squad secured their place in the championship match after finishing top of Group A with seven points and a plus-nine goal difference, edging out Malaysia on total goals scored.
Road to the ASEAN Cup Final in Jakarta
Indonesia advanced to the final following a dramatic conclusion to Group A play where the squad netted 11 total goals. Despite finishing level on seven points and holding an identical +9 goal difference with Malaysia, the Merah Putih claimed the top spot through superior goal productivity, according to sport.detik.com. Malaysia finished group play with nine goals after defeating Singapore 6-0 in their final fixture, leaving Indonesia to face Thailand for the regional trophy.
The championship match kicks off at 20.00 WIB at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium (SUGBK). Before the senior men’s final, the venue will host the third-place playoff between Vietnam and Malaysia, kemenpora.go.id reported. FIFA President Gianni Infantino arrived at Halim Perdanakusuma Airport on October 4, 2026, to attend the tournament’s closing events and meet with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto alongside PSSI General Chair Erick Thohir.
Jay Idzes Orchestrates Remote Support
National team captain Jay Idzes misses the tournament due to injury but remains actively connected to the squad. Deputy captain Kevin Diks revealed that Idzes regularly calls and messages the team to offer encouragement ahead of the Thailand fixture. Sport.detik.com noted that Idzes previously celebrated the group stage victory over Bangladesh via a video call with Ragnar Oratmangoen.
“Jay benar-benar ikut merasakan momen-momen bersama kami. Dia sering menelepon saya dan banyak mengirim pesan,” Diks stated during the pre-match press conference, as reported by sport.detik.com. Diks added that while the squad feels the absence of their captain on the pitch, Idzes watches every match and continues to provide backing from afar.
Thailand Assesses the Garuda Squad
Thailand head coach Anthony Hudson acknowledged the physical and aggressive nature of the Indonesian side ahead of the title match. Kompas.com reported that Hudson praised the facilities in Jakarta and noted that his own squad benefited from valuable rest periods before the final showdown. “Kami juga tahu bagaimana Indonesia bermain. Mereka sangat atletis, sangat menyerang, dan bermain secara langsung,” Hudson said, according to Kompas.com.
While Hudson pointed to the physical advantage of a refreshed Thai roster, he also highlighted the intense atmosphere generated by local supporters at SUGBK. Both teams enter the match looking to claim the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 trophy under the watch of regional dignitaries and FIFA leadership.
Frequently Asked Questions About the ASEAN Cup Final
When and where is the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 final taking place?
The final between Indonesia and Thailand takes place on October 5, 2026, at 20.00 WIB at the Stadion Utama Gelora Bung Karno (SUGBK) in Jakarta, kemenpora.go.id reported.
How did Indonesia qualify for the tournament final?
Indonesia won Group A with seven points and a +9 goal difference, securing the top spot over Malaysia due to higher goal productivity after scoring 11 goals during the group stage, according to sport.detik.com.
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Why is team captain Jay Idzes not playing in the final?
Jay Idzes misses the tournament because he sustained an injury while playing for Sassuolo, though he continues to support the squad remotely through phone calls and messages as noted by teammate Kevin Diks.
Who else is attending the tournament closing in Jakarta?
FIFA President Gianni Infantino arrived in Jakarta on October 4, 2026, to meet with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and attend the final alongside PSSI General Chair Erick Thohir, kemenpora.go.id stated.