Doha: Indonesia revived their AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™ Group D campaign with a significant 1-0 victory against Vietnam at Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium. The win was clinched by Asnawi Mangkualam’s successful penalty kick in the first half, marking a crucial moment for the Indonesian team.
This victory elevates Indonesia to third place in the group standings, tying them with Japan in points ahead of their upcoming match. The win ends a six-match winless streak for Indonesia against their Southeast Asian rivals, Vietnam, and bolsters their campaign in the AFC Asian Cup.
Vietnam’s hopes in the tournament have taken a hit with this defeat, setting up a challenging path ahead in the competition. The match between Indonesia and Japan will be pivotal for both teams as they vie for a spot in the last 16 of the tournament.
Indonesia’s win over Vietnam adds excitement to Group D and showcases the competitiveness of the AFC Asian Cup. As the group stage progresses, both teams will aim to build on their performances and strive for success in the tournament.