The Indonesian national team is preparing for a significant shift in regional competition as the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 approaches. For the first time, the tournament will operate under the direct umbrella of FIFA, a move that fundamentally changes the availability of elite players who typically miss regional championships due to club commitments. The most … Read more
Bung Ropan Questions John Herdman’s AFF Focus as Indonesia Eyes Historic Title Veteran Indonesian football commentator Bung Ropan has expressed surprise at head coach John Herdman’s decision to exclude Ricky Kambuaya from the latest national team squad ahead of the 2026 AFF Championship, suggesting the move signals Herdman’s prioritization of the regional tournament over other … Read more
Indonesian football analyst Bung Ropan has voiced curiosity about Canada-born coach John Herdman’s strategic intentions for the national team as Indonesia prepares for its FIFA Matchday window in June 2026. The comments come amid growing anticipation for the upcoming AFF Cup and ASEAN Cup tournaments later this year. Speaking on his personal YouTube channel, Bung … Read more
Vietnam secured its fourth AFF U-17 Boys’ Championship title with a commanding 3-0 victory over Malaysia in the final held at Stadion Gelora Delta Sidoarjo on April 24, 2026. The match, which took place under the lights in East Java, Indonesia, saw Vietnam dominate from start to finish, extending its legacy as the most successful … Read more
Indonesia Futsal Team Sets Sights on Semifinals at 2026 AFF Championship Nonthaburi, Thailand – Indonesia’s national futsal team isn’t aiming for the top spot at the 2026 AFF Futsal Championship, but head coach Hector Souto has set a clear and ambitious target: reaching the tournament’s semifinal stage. The championship is scheduled to take place in … Read more