Indonesia's national futsal team will face Thailand in the ASEAN Futsal Championship 2026 final on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Nonthaburi Hall in Bangkok. Coach Hector Souto affirmed his team feels no inferiority despite Thailand's status as host and favorite. Indonesia advanced after a 3-2 semifinal win over Vietnam.
Indonesia's national futsal team reached the final after defeating Vietnam 3-2 in the semifinal on Friday, April 10, 2026. Thailand followed with a 4-3 victory over Australia a few hours later.
Coach Hector Souto acknowledged Thailand's advantages in experience and team cohesion, including seasoned players like Muhammad Osamanmusa who have competed in the Futsal World Cup. Souto emphasized his team's identity, however. "Thailand is the favorite, they play at home and have players who have been together for years. But we are here to play our game. We are proud of this team's identity that never feels inferior to anyone," he said.
Souto highlighted the equality in Indonesia's squad. "We don't know Indonesia A or B. This is Indonesia," he stated firmly. Experience from young players in the Professional Futsal League (PFL) is seen as key to handling final pressure.
This success gives Indonesia a chance to defend their 2024 title, won 2-0 against Vietnam in that final.
