PROGRES.ID – The Indonesian U-23 national team will face Vietnam in the final match of the AFF U-23 Cup 2023. Here is the schedule for the final match between the Indonesian U-23 national team and Vietnam.
The Indonesian U-23 national team secured a spot in the final of the AFF U-23 Cup 2023 after defeating the host, Thailand, with a score of 3-1 in the semifinal held at the Rayong Stadium on Thursday (24/8/2023).
The Indonesian national team showcased a brilliant performance in this match. Coach Shin Tae Yong made several tactical changes to secure the victory.
Frengky Missa, who usually plays as a left wingback, was positioned as a midfielder, while Haykal Alhafiz filled the left-wing position.
These changes brought positive results. Haykal made significant contributions with his crosses, while Frengky provided energy in the midfield.
The U-23 national team took the lead in the ninth minute through a right-footed shot by Jeam Kelly Sroyer from outside the penalty box.
Indonesia’s advantage increased to 2-0 in the 23rd minute through a header by defender Muhammad Ferarri, capitalizing on a throw-in by Robi Darwis.
Thailand managed to narrow the gap in the 27th minute through a goal by Chukid Wanprahao. However, Indonesia scored again through an own goal by Natcha Promsomboon, who misjudged a shot from Haykal.
Meanwhile, Vietnam secured a spot in the final by defeating Malaysia U-23 with a score of 4-1. Vietnam’s goals were scored by Dinh Xuan Tien (two goals), Nguyen Quoc Viet, and Nguyen Hong Phuc. Malaysia managed to score one consolation goal through Alif Ikmalrizal.
The final match of the AFF U-23 Cup 2023 between Indonesia and Vietnam will take place at the Rayong Stadium on Saturday (26/8/2023) at 8:00 PM local time (WIB).
Schedule of AFF U-23 Cup 2023 3rd Place Match: Malaysia vs Thailand
Malaysia and Thailand, both of which were defeated in the semifinal stage, will compete for the third-place ranking on the same day, Saturday (26/08/2023), at 4:00 PM local time (WIB).
