Indonesia drawn in tough group F with Japan and Qatar for 2027 Asian Cup

May 10, 2026

The 2027 Asian Cup draw placed Indonesia in Group F alongside Japan, Qatar and Thailand. Coach John Herdman immediately outlined plans for a major squad review.

The AFC draw held in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia on 10 May 2026 placed Indonesia in what was immediately labelled a tough group. John Herdman’s side will face Japan, defending champions Qatar and Thailand in the group stage.

Herdman said the first step is to evaluate domestic players during the May training camp. He plans to monitor diaspora players in Europe in June to find the best combination.

Thailand coach Anthony Hudson described Indonesia’s recent progress as significant and called the ASEAN derby a big match. He viewed the group as an opportunity for Thailand to test itself against strong Asian sides.

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Initial reactions on X focus on Indonesia's tough Group F draw with Japan, Qatar, and Thailand for the 2027 Asian Cup. Coach John Herdman is quoted positively, calling it a 'fantastic opportunity' to improve and prepare for the 2030 World Cup. Users and analysts note the group as highly competitive and exciting, highlighting potential high-scoring matches and rivalries, while media shares the draw details neutrally.

🇮🇩 Indonesia head coach John Herdman reacts to the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Final Draw

🗣️ “I think this draw gives us a fantastic opportunity to take another step forward. We will face the strongest team in Asia, a World Cup nation like Qatar, and one of our biggest rivals, Thailand.” pic.twitter.com/Ab0sfbkIkD

— ASEAN FOOTBALL (@theaseanball) 10 ሜይ 2026

John Herdman reacts to Indonesia’s AFC Asian Cup 2027 draw:

“I think this draw gives us a fantastic opportunity to take another step forward. We will face the strongest team in Asia, a World Cup nation like Qatar, and one of our biggest rivals, Thailand.” pic.twitter.com/lLYQOovYbm

— Timnas Xtra (@TimnasXtra) 10 ሜይ 2026

2027 Asian Cup Group F

Japan 🇯🇵
Qatar 🇶🇦
Thailand 🇹🇭
Indonesia 🇮🇩

Pure cinema. 10/10 matchups.

Could and should see the most combined goals of any group.

• 2019 Asian Cup final rematch
• Japan vs Indonesia from WCQ
• Southeast Asian Derby
• Akram Afif

A work of art 🎨

— Jack (@thejacksvn) 10 ሜይ 2026

Baca di sini: https://t.co/rkLu1BcELt

Pelatih Timnas Indonesia John Herdman menyambut positif hasil drawing Piala Asia 2027 meski Garuda tergabung dengan Jepang, Qatar, dan Thailand di Grup F yang disebut sebagai salah satu grup terberat.

~IQ #Timnas #PialaAsia #JohnHerdman

📸… pic.twitter.com/DsFD6y3GnZ

— Kompas.com (@kompascom) 10 ሜይ 2026

John Herdman reacts to Indonesia’s AFC Asian Cup 2027 draw:

“I think this draw gives us a fantastic opportunity to take another step forward. We will face the strongest team in Asia, a World Cup nation like Qatar, and one of our biggest rivals, Thailand.” https://t.co/ZDfeCmz7Hd

— Rickie Sidabutar (@R75351Rickie) 10 ሜይ 2026

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