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ASEAN Netizens Criticize Garuda After Missing AFF Cup 2026 Semifinals

Faktanaya.com – Indonesian football fans across Southeast Asia have voiced their disappointment following the national team’s inability to advance past the group stage of the AFF Cup 2026 tournament. The squad managed by John Herdman faced sharp criticism for underperforming despite high expectations.

Match Results and Group Standings

The decisive encounter took place on Friday, August 7, 2026, at Stadion Jalan Besar where Indonesia and Singapore played out a 1-1 draw. This result effectively ended Garuda’s hopes of reaching the semifinals and claiming the championship title.

With this outcome, Indonesia secured third place in Group A, accumulating seven points from four matches played. Vietnam emerged as group winners with ten points, while Singapore collected eight points to claim the final semifinal berth.

Key Match Moments

From the opening whistle, Herdman’s side controlled possession effectively. Mitchell Baker created early danger in the second minute, followed by chances from Thom Haye and Eliano Reijnders. Baker’s header was also saved by the Singaporean goalkeeper.

Singapore threatened through Song Ui-young and Ilhan Fandi, but Indonesian goalkeeper Cahya Supriyadi made crucial saves to keep the score level at halftime.

The deadlock broke early in the second half when Ragnar Oratmangoen capitalized on sustained pressure to score in the 47th minute. A controversial moment occurred in the 58th minute when Song Ui-young received a second yellow card, but VAR review overturned the decision, allowing Singapore to continue with eleven players.

Disaster struck in the 66th minute when a communication error between Rizky Ridho and Cahya Supriyadi allowed Ilhan Fandi to level the score at 1-1. Indonesia pushed for a winner but Singapore’s organized defense held firm until the final whistle.

Regional Reactions

Following the match, Southeast Asian netizens flooded social media with comments about the disappointing performance. Many expressed surprise given that Indonesia was widely predicted to win the tournament.

“World Cup dreams? Perhaps. ASEAN champions? Not even close,” wrote Malaysian Facebook user Sazrul Zakaria.

The collective sentiment reflected frustration that the squad, despite showing dominance in ball possession, failed to convert opportunities into victory when it mattered most.