Timnas Indonesia is set to face Timnas Timor Leste in the AFF Cup 2026 at the Chonburi Stadium in Thailand, according to tournament scheduling details. The match pits an Indonesian attacking unit against a struggling Timor Leste defense that has conceded nine goals across its opening two fixtures, matching Laos for the highest defensive leakage in the tournament.
Timor Leste Defensive Struggles Ahead of Indonesia Clash
According to tournament data, Timor Leste enters the upcoming fixture on a negative run after suffering two defeats under coach Ze Pedro. Vietnam defeated Timor Leste 7-0, followed by a 2-0 victory for Singapore against the same side.
Opposing offenses have targeted the O Sol Nascente backline heavily, recording 14 total shots on target against the Timor Leste goalkeeper. Vietnam accounted for 10 of those on-target attempts, while Singapore managed four. With nine goals conceded overall, Timor Leste shares the heaviest defensive burden in the AFF Cup 2026 group stage alongside Laos.
Did you know? Timor Leste and Indonesia previously met in the 2018 AFF Cup, where Indonesia secured a 3-1 victory.
Indonesia’s Attacking Metrics and Squad Performance
In contrast to their opponents’ defensive woes, the Indonesian squad arrives with promising offensive momentum. According to official tournament statistics, John Herdman’s side registered 13 shots on target and netted five goals in their previous match against Cambodia.
The AFF Cup 2026 portal records Indonesia’s overall shooting accuracy at 50 percent. Individual statistics further highlight their frontline efficiency, notably striker Mitchell Baker, who maintains a scoring rate of one goal every 19 minutes.
Head-to-Head History
Historical data shows limited prior encounters between the two national teams in this regional competition. Their only previous AFF Cup meeting occurred in 2018, resulting in a 3-1 win for Indonesia.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Timor Leste vs Indonesia match taking place?
The match takes place at the Chonburi Stadium in Thailand, scheduled for Friday, July 31, at 17.00 WIB, according to official fixture announcements.
How many goals has Timor Leste conceded in the AFF Cup 2026?
Timor Leste has conceded nine goals across two matches—falling 7-0 to Vietnam and 2-0 to Singapore—making them tied with Laos for the most goals conceded in the tournament.
What was the result of the last meeting between Indonesia and Timor Leste?
Indonesia defeated Timor Leste 3-1 during their sole prior AFF Cup encounter in 2018.
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