The ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) has officially released the schedule for the 2026 Hyundai Cup, also known as the 2026 AFF Cup, which will take place from July 24 to August 26, 2026.
The region’s most prestigious football tournament will feature 10 national teams, including Indonesia, which is once again aiming to win the championship.
Following the group-stage draw, Indonesia has been placed in Group A alongside defending champions Vietnam, Singapore, Cambodia, and Timor-Leste.
The competition is expected to be highly competitive, with only the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals.
One of the most anticipated matches will be the clash between Indonesia and Vietnam, scheduled to take place at Pakansari Stadium in Bogor.
Indonesia Face Tough Opposition in Group A
The Garuda Squad, now coached by John Herdman, will play four group-stage matches under a home-and-away format.
Indonesia will host two home fixtures at Pakansari Stadium, facing Cambodia and Vietnam.
The remaining two matches will be played away against Timor-Leste and Singapore.
Group A
- Indonesia
- Vietnam
- Singapore
- Cambodia
- Timor-Leste
Group B
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Myanmar
- Laos
With this lineup, Group A is expected to be one of the tournament’s most competitive groups, particularly because it features Indonesia and Vietnam, two teams that have regularly battled for regional supremacy in recent years.
Indonesia’s Group Stage Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| July 27, 2026 | Indonesia vs Cambodia | Pakansari Stadium, Bogor |
| July 31, 2026 | Timor-Leste vs Indonesia | Chonburi Stadium, Thailand |
| August 3, 2026 | Indonesia vs Vietnam | Pakansari Stadium, Bogor |
| August 7, 2026 | Singapore vs Indonesia | Jalan Besar Stadium, Singapore |
The match against Vietnam is expected to be the decisive fixture in the battle for the top spot in Group A.
Complete 2026 AFF Cup Group Stage Schedule (Western Indonesia Time/WIB)
Friday, July 24, 2026
- 7:00 p.m. WIB: Cambodia vs Singapore
- 8:30 p.m. WIB: Timor-Leste vs Vietnam
Saturday, July 25, 2026
- 5:00 p.m. WIB: Myanmar vs Malaysia
- 8:00 p.m. WIB: Laos vs Thailand
Monday, July 27, 2026
- 6:00 p.m. WIB: Singapore vs Timor-Leste
- 8:30 p.m. WIB: Indonesia vs Cambodia
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
- 5:00 p.m. WIB: Philippines vs Myanmar
- 8:00 p.m. WIB: Malaysia vs Laos
Friday, July 31, 2026
- 5:00 p.m. WIB: Timor-Leste vs Indonesia
- 8:00 p.m. WIB: Vietnam vs Singapore
Saturday, August 1, 2026
- 5:00 p.m. WIB: Laos vs Philippines
- 8:00 p.m. WIB: Thailand vs Malaysia
Monday, August 3, 2026
- 5:30 p.m. WIB: Cambodia vs Timor-Leste
- 8:30 p.m. WIB: Indonesia vs Vietnam
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
- 5:00 p.m. WIB: Myanmar vs Laos
- 8:00 p.m. WIB: Philippines vs Thailand
Friday, August 7, 2026
- 8:00 p.m. WIB: Singapore vs Indonesia
- 8:00 p.m. WIB: Vietnam vs Cambodia
Saturday, August 8, 2026
- 8:00 p.m. WIB: Malaysia vs Philippines
- 8:00 p.m. WIB: Thailand vs Myanmar
2026 AFF Cup Format
The 2026 AFF Cup will retain its format of two groups, each consisting of five teams.
Each nation will play four group-stage matches, comprising:
- Two home matches.
- Two away matches.
Only the group winners and runners-up will qualify for the semi-finals.
Both the semi-finals and the final will be contested over two legs (home and away).
2026 AFF Cup Semi-final Schedule
First Leg
- Saturday, August 15, 2026: Group A Runner-up vs Group B Winner
- Sunday, August 16, 2026: Group B Runner-up vs Group A Winner
Second Leg
- Tuesday, August 18, 2026: Group B Winner vs Group A Runner-up
- Wednesday, August 19, 2026: Group A Winner vs Group B Runner-up
2026 AFF Cup Final Schedule
- Saturday, August 22, 2026: First Leg
- Wednesday, August 26, 2026: Second Leg
Indonesia’s Chances
Being drawn alongside Vietnam means Indonesia’s path to the semi-finals is expected to be challenging.
However, the advantage of playing at home against Vietnam and Cambodia could provide an important boost for the Garuda Squad.
Maintaining consistency and collecting points in away matches against Timor-Leste and Singapore will also be crucial in determining Indonesia’s chances of advancing to the knockout stage.
With the official schedule now confirmed, Indonesia’s supporters can begin marking the key dates on their calendars, particularly the highly anticipated clash against Vietnam, which is expected to be one of the most decisive matches of the group stage.***
