Indonesia vs Bangladesh, ASEAN Championship, 2026, Today Match Prediction

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Indonesia Preview

Indonesia and Malaysia played out a goalless draw in their FIFA ASEAN Cup Group A clash, with both sides unable to find a breakthrough at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium. Indonesia saw an early goal ruled out before Thom Haye was sent off in the 37th minute following a VAR review, leaving the hosts with 10 players for much of the match.

Despite the numerical disadvantage, Indonesia defended resolutely and kept Malaysia at bay throughout the second half. Maarten Paes made important saves, while Justin Hubner also produced a crucial goal-line clearance to preserve Indonesia’s clean sheet and secure a point.

The result leaves Indonesia with four points from two matches, while Malaysia also moved onto four points. The draw keeps Group A closely contested, with both teams still competing for a place in the next stage of the FIFA ASEAN Cup.

Indonesia had just 37% possession against Malaysia, reflecting the pressure they faced, particularly after being reduced to 10 men.

Indonesia recorded 4 total shots, with 1 on target, in their 0–0 draw against Malaysia.

Team News

Indonesia will be without Thom Haye for their upcoming FIFA ASEAN Cup match against Bangladesh after his red card against Malaysia. Dony Tri Pamungkas and Yakob Sayuri are also unavailable after being withdrawn from the squad, with Shayne Pattynama and Rizky Eka Pratama brought in as replacements.

Indonesia Probable starting Lineup

GK: Maarten Paes

DEF: Elkan Baggott, Justin Hubner, Kevin Diks

MID: Ivan Jenner, Joey Pelupessy, Luke Vickery, Ragnar Oratmangoen

FWD: Calvin Verdonk, Dean James, Ole Romemy

Bangladesh Preview

Bangladesh suffered a narrow 1–0 defeat to Singapore in their FIFA ASEAN Cup Group A clash at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium. Harhys Stewart scored the only goal in the 35th minute, heading home from Nur Adam Abdullah’s cross. 

Bangladesh showed a much-improved performance compared with their opening 3–0 loss to Malaysia, making four changes and defending with greater discipline. They created chances after the break but could not find an equaliser, leaving them without a point after two matches. 

The result leaves Bangladesh facing Indonesia in their final Group A match on 1 October, while Singapore revived their hopes of progressing with three points.

Bangladesh recorded 51% possession in their 1–0 defeat to Singapore.

Bangladesh recorded 4 total shots and won 13 free kicks in their 1–0 defeat to Singapore.

Team News

Bangladesh will be without Bishwanath Ghosh, who was ruled out of the FIFA ASEAN Cup with a hamstring injury requiring around three to four weeks of recovery. Coach Thomas Dooley has options including Rakib Hossain, Sheikh Morsalin and Shahrear Emon to fill the attacking role.

Bangladesh Probable starting Lineup

GK: Mehedi Hasan Srabon

DEF: Zayyan Ahmed, Zidane Alexander Yousuf, Tariq Kazi, Saad Uddin

MID: Jamal Bhuyan, Hamza Choudhury, Shuki Itofusa, Shamit Shome, Shekh Morsalin

FWD: Rakib Hossain