The FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 rankings updated on September 29 show a tight race in Group A, where Malaysia and Indonesia are both tied with 4 points. Singapore closely follows with 3 points, while Bangladesh remains at the bottom with no points. The current standings in Group A are as follows:

Group A Standings

• 1. Malaysia: 2 matches, 1 win, 1 draw, 0 losses, goal difference +3, 4 points
• 2. Indonesia: 2 matches, 1 win, 1 draw, 0 losses, goal difference +2, 4 points
• 3. Singapore: 2 matches, 1 win, 0 draws, 1 loss, goal difference -1, 3 points
• 4. Bangladesh: 2 matches, 0 wins, 0 draws, 2 losses, goal difference -4, 0 points

Meanwhile, Group B's situation is equally compelling, with Thailand and Vietnam each having 3 points. Thailand leads the group with a goal difference of +4 after their 4-0 victory over Pakistan, while Vietnam follows with a +1 goal difference after defeating the Philippines 1-0. The current standings in Group B are:

Group B Standings

• 1. Thailand: 1 match, 1 win, 0 draws, 0 losses, goal difference +4, 3 points
• 2. Vietnam: 1 match, 1 win, 0 draws, 0 losses, goal difference +1, 3 points
• 3. Philippines: 1 match, 0 wins, 0 draws, 1 loss, goal difference -1, 0 points
• 4. Pakistan: 1 match, 0 wins, 0 draws, 1 loss, goal difference -4, 0 points

The matches between the Philippines and Pakistan, as well as Thailand and Vietnam, on September 29 are pivotal for determining the final standings in Group B. However, as of the latest update, official results for these matches have not yet been confirmed. Therefore, the rankings will remain unchanged until the official results are available.

As it stands, Vietnam is positioned second in Group B with 3 points from one match, trailing Thailand, who also has 3 points but leads due to a superior goal difference. The outcome of the Vietnam vs. Thailand match is critical, as only the top team from each group will advance to the finals. Should there be any changes in points or goal difference following the match, updates will be made accordingly without creating a new article.

Competition Format

The FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 Division 1 consists of 8 teams divided into two groups of four, competing in a round-robin format. The top team from each group will advance to the finals, while the second-placed teams will compete for third place.