{
  "id": 12497460,
  "title": "Indonesia blows past controversies to win FIFA ASEAN Cup",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/indonesia-blows-past-controversies-to-win-fifa-asean-cup",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-06T23:45:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Jakarta Post",
    "slug": "the-jakarta-post",
    "url": "https://www.thejakartapost.com/sports/2026/10/07/indonesia-blows-past-controversies-to-win-fifa-asean-cup.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Indonesia has triumphed over several controversies to claim victory in the FIFA ASEAN Cup, marking a significant milestone for the national men's soccer team. Under the guidance of head coach John Herdman, who succeeded Patrick Kluivert following Indonesia's inability to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, the team secured their first major championship in years. The championship victory was celebrated with a resounding 4-2 win against Thailand, culminating in a dramatic penalty shootout at the Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) Stadium in Central Jakarta.\n\nThe match was a nail-biter, with both teams exchanging blows and pushing the game beyond full time. The turning point arrived in the 84th minute when Thai winger Iklas Sanron deflected a free kick from Indonesian defender Dean James into his own net. Iklas was replaced several minutes later after Nicholas Mickelson, the Indonesian defender, received a second yellow card and was consequently sent off, leaving Indonesia with 10 players on the field. However, Iklas equalized with a volley past Indonesian goalkeeper Emil Audero, extending the match into extra time.\n\nThailand's fortunes took a turn in the 111th minute when midfielder Perradol Chamrasamee scored. Nevertheless, Indonesian defender Elkan Baggott secured the win with a goal that struck the underside of the crossbar, forcing the match into a penalty shootout. This victory not only signifies a triumphant return to form for the Indonesian team but also sets the stage for future successes in international competitions.",
  "summary": "The FIFA ASEAN Cup trophy was also the first major award to be won by Indonesia’s national men’s soccer team under head coach John Herdman, who replaced Patrick Kluivert after Indonesia’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.",
  "key_points": [
    "Indonesia wins FIFA ASEAN Cup, first major championship in years",
    "John Herdman leads team to victory over Thailand 4-2",
    "Match decided by penalty shootout after Thai equalizer"
  ],
  "editors_take": "This championship win marks a significant turnaround for Indonesia's national men's soccer team, validating the impact of head coach John Herdman's guidance since taking over from Patrick Kluivert.",
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}