Indonesia faced Singapore in their opening match of the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026, held at the Gelora Bung Karno Madya stadium. The match concluded with Indonesia winning 2-0, demonstrating their dominance throughout the game.

The first half saw Indonesia take an early lead, with Oratmangoen scoring in the 13th minute. Despite several attempts from Singapore, including a close shot from Song Ui Young, they struggled to find the back of the net. Indonesia maintained control, leading 1-0 at halftime.

In the second half, the intensity increased as Singapore sought to equalize. However, their efforts were thwarted when Baharudin received a red card for a foul on Baker, leaving Singapore with ten men. This pivotal moment allowed Indonesia to capitalize on their advantage.

Romeny extended Indonesia's lead by converting a penalty in the 74th minute, bringing the score to 2-0. The home team continued to press forward, creating numerous chances while Singapore's defense faced relentless pressure.

Indonesia's coach, John Herdman, expressed satisfaction with his team's performance, highlighting the depth and quality of the squad, which includes several players competing in Europe. The victory positions Indonesia as a strong contender for the tournament title, especially with the support of their home crowd.

On the other hand, Singapore, led by coach Gavin Lee, will need to reassess their strategies moving forward. Despite a disciplined approach, they could not withstand the attacking prowess of Indonesia and will look to improve in their upcoming matches.

The historical rivalry between the two teams favors Indonesia, who have won 30 out of 60 encounters. This latest victory adds to their impressive record against Singapore, boosting their confidence as they continue in the tournament.