The Indonesian national team managed to win 2-0 over the Philippines in the final match of Group F of the second round of the 2026 World Cup Qualifications in the Asia Zone. The goals came from Thom Haye’s long-range shot (32′) and Rizky Ridho’s header (56′).
The following is a summary of the news from Garuda’s victory:
1. Indonesia vs Philippines Results: Win 2-0, Garuda Qualifies for the 2026 World Cup.
The Indonesian national team ensured that they were runners-up in Group F with 10 points, accompanying Iraq (15 points), who had previously qualified as group winners.
2. Indonesia vs Philippines: Thom Haye’s Special Night, Scores Goal, Family Attendance
The night at SUGBK was very special for Thom Haye who scored his first goal for Garuda. He admitted that he was happy with the team’s performance and being able to break into the opponent’s goal, especially because the player’s family was at the stadium.
3. Indonesia beats the Philippines, STY’s honesty reveals the dissatisfaction behind the win.
Coach Shin Tae-yong apparently is still not satisfied with Garuda’s performance. A pair of goals for the Indonesian national team were not scored by a striker. Rizky Ridho plays defender, while Thom Haye is a midfielder. Previously, the Indonesian national team’s front line also experienced a deadlock when they fell to Iraq with a score of 0-2 on Thursday (6/6/2024).
4. Indonesia vs Philippines, STY Responds to Calvin Verdonk’s Debut
STY initially thought that Calvin Verdonk would not find it easy to adapt when playing with the Indonesian national team. However, he admitted that Calvin Verdonk was able to play well.
5. Latest list of teams that have passed round 3 of 2026 World Cup Qualification, Indonesia.
A total of 15 countries have confirmed their places in the third round of the 2026 World Cup Qualification Asia Zone, most recently, the Indonesian national team. Other teams that have qualified for the third round of 2026 World Cup Qualification include China, South Korea, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Bahrain and Palestine. Apart from that, there are Qatar, Japan, Iran, Uzbekistan, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates and Australia.
