Indonesia will host Cambodia in their second match of Group A in the ASEAN Cup 2026 at Pakansari Stadium. The game is scheduled to start at 20:30 local time (GMT+7). This matchup is particularly significant for Indonesia, as they aim to overcome their historical struggles in the tournament.

Star Player and Team Lineups

One of the highlights for Indonesia is the debut of 17-year-old forward Mitchell Baker, who stands at an impressive 1.96 meters tall, making him a key asset for aerial attacks. Baker, who has a mixed heritage with an Indonesian mother and an Australian father, currently plays for the Georgetown Hoyas in the United States. He is joined by a talented squad that includes several players of Dutch descent, such as Sandy Walsh and Marc Klok.

Cambodia, on the other hand, will field a lineup featuring three naturalized players, including Yudai Ogawa and Hikaru Mizuno, both of Japanese origin, and Alisher Mirzaev from Uzbekistan. Under the guidance of Japanese coach Koji Gyotoku, Cambodia aims to bounce back after their recent loss to Singapore.

Indonesia's Ambitions

Historically, Indonesia has struggled in the ASEAN Cup, having never won the title despite reaching the finals six times. The team is looking to change its fortunes under English coach John Herdman, who emphasizes that the ultimate goal is to qualify for the World Cup. However, the ASEAN Cup serves as a crucial stepping stone for the players to adapt to his philosophy.

After a three-week training camp in Bali, Indonesia has prepared for this match with a practice win against Bali United. Despite not having their strongest squad due to the absence of several players competing in Europe, the team remains hopeful of achieving victory against Cambodia, a team they have historically dominated with 17 wins and only one draw in their previous encounters.

Match Context

In their opening match, Cambodia lost to Singapore 2-1, and they will be eager to prove themselves against Indonesia. The pressure is on both teams, as they aim to secure points in this competitive group stage. The match promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams strive for success in the tournament.