Indonesia expected to thrash Timor Leste in ASEAN Cup Group A clash
The third round match in Group A of the ASEAN Cup 2026 between Timor Leste and Indonesia is set for 17:00 on July 31 at Chonburi Stadium, Thailand. Timor Leste has yet to earn any points, conceding 9 goals and struggling offensively. Indonesia arrives confidently after a dominant 5-1 win over Cambodia, led by the rising star Mitchell Lee Baker who scored a hat-trick. With a perfect record against Timor Leste in five previous encounters, Indonesia is favored to secure a decisive victory, potentially 6-0, to boost their goal difference and enhance their chances to advance against rivals Vietnam and Singapore.
Key facts
- Match scheduled for July 31 at Chonburi Stadium, Thailand
- Timor Leste has conceded 9 goals and yet to score in the tournament
- Indonesia, unbeaten against Timor Leste, aims to boost goal difference with a likely 6-0 win
Why it matters
This match matters in the regional ASEAN Cup context, affecting qualification chances for teams like Vietnam and Singapore. For the Vietnamese diaspora and football followers, Indonesia’s performance impacts the competitive landscape of Southeast Asian football tournaments involving Vietnam.
Source and method
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