Indonesia, with three points from one game, needs a win to stay in contention for a semifinal berth against Vietnam
Malaysia tops Group B after 4-0 win; Indonesia faces Timor-Leste in key AFF Cup match
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Malaysia moved to the top of Group B in the 2026 AFF Cup after a 4-0 win over Laos on Tuesday, collecting six points from two matches. In the same group, Myanmar defeated host Philippines 4-1 to keep their semifinal hopes alive. Meanwhile, Indonesia sits third in Group A with three points from one game, ahead of a crucial match against Timor-Leste on Friday. A key clash against Vietnam looms, with both teams vying for a semifinal spot. Vietnam's media has downplayed Indonesia's chances, but Indonesian striker Mitchell Baker, tied for the tournament's top scorer with three goals, could pose a threat.
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Jakarta, CNN Indonesia -- Indonesian national team striker Mitchell Baker has the potential to score again when facing Timor-Leste in the continuation of Group A of the 2026 AFF Cup, Friday (31/7).
reliability moderate3/3 sourcesCurrently, Indonesia has three points from one match and sits in third place in the temporary Group A standings. The Garuda squad will first face Timor-Leste before playing a match against Vietnam, which is expected to be a crucial duel in the competition for a ticket to the semifinals. (sto)
reliability moderate3/3 sourcesTRIBUNNEWS.COM - Malaysia took over the top of the temporary Group B standings of the 2026 AFF Cup after a crushing 4-0 win over Laos at the Kuala Lumpur Football Stadium on Tuesday (28/7/2026).
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesIn another match, Myanmar silenced hosts Philippines 4-1 to keep their hopes of reaching the semifinals alive.
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In the 2026 AFF Cup playoffs, they once hosted Brunei Darussalam at the Kuala Lumpur Stadium, Malaysia.
according to Antara"It doesn't mean we underestimate the matches against Timor-Leste or Singapore, but Vietnam will be an important benchmark," said Erick to reporters at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium, Jakarta, Tuesday (28/7/2026).
according to SindonewsRead Also On Tuesday (29/7/2026) yesterday, Malaysia played their second match in the 2026 AFF Cup at home.
according to VivaHarimau Malaya managed to thrash Laos with a score of 4-0 in Group B of the 2026 AFF Cup.
according to VivaNews Summary: Malaysia leads Group B standings of the 2026 AFF Cup after defeating Laos 4-0 and collecting six points from two matches.
according to TribunnewsMeanwhile, from Group A, a big match will take place on Friday (31/7) as hosts Vietnam welcome Singapore.
according to JPNNDefender Viengxay Sitdavong then scored an own goal that extended Malaysia's lead to 3-0.
according to TribunnewsThe Garuda squad arrives with a very convincing record after starting the tournament with a resounding 5-1 victory over Cambodia.
according to AntaraThat was the second win for Tan Cheng Hoe's team in the group stage, after winning 2-1 against hosts Myanmar in MD1.
according to JPNN
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TRIBUNNEWS.COM - Malaysia took over the top of the provisional Group B standings of the 2026 AFF Cup after a resounding 4-0 victory over Laos in...
omitted byPublic / Agenciescovered byCenterIn another match, Myanmar silenced hosts Philippines 4-1 to keep their hopes of reaching the semifinals alive.
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