Twelve naturalized players with European experience failed to advance, marking the second consecutive group-stage exit for Indonesia

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• 12 naturalized players who once played in Europe were still eliminated. After the 1-1 draw with Singapore and early elimination in the group stage of ASEAN Cup 2026, Indonesian players including coach Herdman and the coaching staff sadly walked to the stands area of their home fans at Jalan Besar to apologize.

  according to Thanh Nien

• This result caused Indonesia to be eliminated in the group stage of the ASEAN Cup for the second consecutive time (2024 and 2026).

  according to Thanh Nien

• At the 2026 ASEAN Cup, My Dinh Stadium is the venue for Vietnam's home matches.

  according to Tuoi Tre

• After 3 rounds of ASEAN Cup 2026, they have scored 8 goals and have not conceded once.

  according to Tuoi Tre

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• Thom Haye (left) reacts to Indonesian fans after the 1-1 draw with Singapore and early exit from ASEAN Cup 2026. Photo: Dong Nguyen Khang...

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